Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for zoologists and wildlife biologists is $40.05 an hour ($83,300 a year). About 730 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($76,780). Colorado ranks 11th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for zoologists and wildlife biologists in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.13 | $60,590 |
| 25% of workers | $33.47 | $69,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.05 | $83,300 |
| 75% of workers | $48.00 | $99,850 |
| 90% of workers | $55.96 | $116,390 |
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction | $84,360 | 30 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $84,240 | 140 |
| Boulder | $83,300 | 130 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $80,540 | 160 |
| Colorado Springs | $72,860 | 40 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for zoologists and wildlife biologists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +3.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Conservation Scientists | $84,820 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $93,970 |
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