Wildlife Biologist Salary in Los Altos, CA

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How much does a Wildlife Biologist make in Los Altos, CA? The average Wildlife Biologist salary in Los Altos, CA is $72,459 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $65,607 and $81,837. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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What is a Wildlife Biologist?

A Wildlife Biologist studies animals and their behavior along with the role each animal plays in its natural habitat. The duties of a Wildlife Biologist can include: developing and conducting experiments/studies on animals in their natural habitats, studying the characteristics of animals such as their interaction with different species, their reproductive and movement patterns, the dynamic with in a population, and the transmission of diseases. Wildlife biologists can also play important roles in managing and monitoring population dynamics to preserve certain species and/or environments. They...

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Job Openings for Wildlife Biologist in Los Altos, CA
Wildlife Biologist/Forester - Louisiana
National Wild Turkey Federation - Leesville , LA
Forester/Wildlife Biologist Date : May 29, 2024 Full-Time or Part-time : Full-time, 2-year Term Department : Conservation Reports To : District Biologist III - Supervisor Employment Category
Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 8 days ago
Wildlife Biologist
Mountainview Biological Consulting, LLC - San Bernardino , CA
The Wildlife Biologist will be responsible for conducting field surveys, status species surveys, nesting bird surveys, biological site assessments, and general biological and botanical surveys. The ...
LinkedIn - 36 days ago
Field Wildlife Biologist
Chambers Group, Inc. - Los Angeles , CA
This position provides broad support to the Biology Department, including surveys for general wildlife and flora (like nesting bird surveys and native plant surveys), environmental compliance ...
ZipRecruiter - 17 days ago
Wildlife Field Biologist (3+ yrs surveying exp. req. / Remote)
#twiceasnice Recruiting - Fresno , CA
Wildlife Field Biologist (3+ yrs exp. surveying CA wildlife req.) Location: near Concord, CA OR San Joaquin Valley, CA Salary: $55,000 - $85,000 + Benefits (99% paid-for by company) Benefits: Medical ...
ZipRecruiter - 17 days ago
Wildlife Biologist - On Call
Psomas - Pasadena , CA
About being our Wildlife Biologist - On Call This position would primarily support work generated by our Environmental Group based out of the Orange County and Pasadena offices, but may also support ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 86 days ago
Wildlife Rehabilitation Technician
West Sound Wildlife Shelter - Bainbridge Island , WA
Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, zoology, veterinary science, or related field. Prior experience in a wildlife rehabilitation center or similar environment. Training or certification in ...
ZipRecruiter - 4 days ago
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Average Salary Range for Wildlife Biologist in Los Altos, CA

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What is the average salary for Wildlife Biologist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Wildlife Biologist in Los Altos, CA. The base salary for Wildlife Biologist ranges from $65,607 to $81,837 with the average base salary of $72,459. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $66,586 to $83,711 with the average total cash compensation of $74,495.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $72,459 $65,607 - $81,837
Bonus $2,036 $980 - $1,874
Total Pay $74,495 $66,586 - $83,711
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Wildlife Biologist Salary Near Los Altos, CA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,711 - $81,968 COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
CITY, STATE San Jose, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,711 - $81,968 COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,586 - $81,811 COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,240 - $72,648 COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,774 - $79,551 COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,450 - $81,641 COMPARE TO Los Altos, CA
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