Occupation ยท SOC 19-1023
Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of zoologists and wildlife biologists can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 16,920 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $72,860 ($35.03 an hour).
US employment
16,920
Median annual wage
$72,860
Mean annual wage
$77,920
Median hourly wage
$35.03
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Rhode Island$97,050
- Massachusetts$88,550
- Mississippi$87,050
- Louisiana$85,840
- Oregon$85,150
Top 5 after cost of living
- Mississippi$100,110
- Louisiana$97,320
- Rhode Island$94,890
- North Dakota$92,350
- Iowa$91,830
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $93,330 | $20,470 (+28.1%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $80,060 | $7,200 (+9.9%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
| Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers | $99,240 | $26,380 (+36.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Animal Scientists | $79,120 | $6,260 (+8.6%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $100,830 | $27,970 (+38.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
| Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $87,710 | $14,850 (+20.4%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Washington1,800
- 2. California1,580
- 3. Florida1,210
- 4. Oregon970
- 5. Colorado780
- 6. Alaska690
- 7. Texas550
- 8. Minnesota490
- 9. Arizona410
- 10. Wisconsin400
States that pay the most
- 1. Rhode Island$97,050
- 2. Massachusetts$88,550
- 3. Mississippi$87,050
- 4. Louisiana$85,840
- 5. Oregon$85,150
- 6. Alaska$84,640
- 7. California$82,620
- 8. Maryland$82,600
- 9. North Dakota$82,150
- 10. Washington$82,050
Median annual wage. Based on 49 states and territories with published figures.
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