Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Minnesota
In Minnesota, the median pay for zoologists and wildlife biologists is $32.99 an hour ($68,620 a year). About 720 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($76,780). Minnesota ranks 33rd of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for zoologists and wildlife biologists in Minnesota
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.94 | $45,630 |
| 25% of workers | $26.76 | $55,650 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.99 | $68,620 |
| 75% of workers | $40.82 | $84,910 |
| 90% of workers | $48.66 | $101,210 |
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Duluth | $69,030 | 70 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington | $61,050 | 310 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $89,950 |
| Conservation Scientists | $71,280 |
| Soil and Plant Scientists | $79,610 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $76,400 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $99,280 |
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