Agriculture & Environment Kansas (KS) Rank #45 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Kansas

The median zoologist salary in Kansas is $59,360 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$59,360

vs National

$-8,870

State Rank

#45 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Zoologist Salary in Kansas by Experience

In Kansas, an entry-level zoologist earns around $39,150, while experienced professionals earn up to $91,350 per year. The cost of living index in Kansas is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$39,150

$-5,850 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$60,900

$-9,100 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$91,350

$-13,650 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Kansas

Percentile	KS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,540	$42,000	$-5,460
25th Percentile	$46,980	$54,000	$-7,020
Median (50th)	$59,360	$68,230	$-8,870
75th Percentile	$78,300	$90,000	$-11,700
90th Percentile	$97,440	$112,000	$-14,560

Zoologist Salary by City in Kansas

The largest employment areas for zoologists in Kansas include Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City, and Topeka. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wichita, KS

$57,996

Pop. 397,532 · COL 85%

Overland Park, KS

$65,501

Pop. 197,238 · COL 96%

Kansas City, KS

$60,042

Pop. 156,607 · COL 88%

Topeka, KS

$56,631

Pop. 127,473 · COL 83%

Olathe, KS

$64,136

Pop. 141,290 · COL 94%

How to Become a Zoologist in Kansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Kansas

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