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Wildlife biologist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Wildlife Biologist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$63,916
Average $63,916
Low $37,242
High $109,696

The average salary for a wildlife biologist is $63,916 per year in the United States. 119 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 30, 2026).

Wildlife Biologist job openings in United States

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Wildlife Check-In Biologist (B...
DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE4out of 5 stars.
Corvallis, OR
$3,515 - $4,124 a month
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Wildlife Biologist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Lawrence Livermore National La...
 
$168,723per year
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Kleinfelder
 
$162,234per year
EBMUD
 
$131,946per year
Valley Water
 
$128,560per year
County of Ventura Government
 
$122,304per year
Environmental Science Associat...
 
$117,980per year

Highest paying cities for Wildlife Biologists near United States

  1. Concord, CA
    $86,327 per year

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