Agriculture & Environment Indiana (IN) Rank #34 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Indiana

The median zoologist salary in Indiana is $61,407 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$61,407

vs National

$-6,823

State Rank

#34 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Zoologist Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level zoologist earns around $40,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$40,500

$-4,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$63,000

$-7,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$94,500

$-10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
25th Percentile	$48,600	$54,000	$-5,400
Median (50th)	$61,407	$68,230	$-6,823
75th Percentile	$81,000	$90,000	$-9,000
90th Percentile	$100,800	$112,000	$-11,200

Zoologist Salary by City in Indiana

The largest employment areas for zoologists in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Indianapolis, IN

$63,454

Pop. 887,642 · COL 93%

Fort Wayne, IN

$57,996

Pop. 263,886 · COL 85%

Evansville, IN

$57,313

Pop. 117,429 · COL 84%

South Bend, IN

$56,631

Pop. 103,453 · COL 83%

Carmel, IN

$71,642

Pop. 99,757 · COL 105%

How to Become a Zoologist in Indiana

Education

Most zoologist positions require a bachelor's degree. Indiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Indiana

Nationally, zoologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Indiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.