Agriculture & Environment Louisiana (LA) Rank #33 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Louisiana

The median zoologist salary in Louisiana is $62,089 per year, which is 9% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary
$62,089
vs National
$-6,141
State Rank
#33 of 50
Cost of Living
91%

Zoologist Salary in Louisiana by Experience

In Louisiana, an entry-level zoologist earns around $40,950, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,550 per year. The cost of living index in Louisiana is 91% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,950
$-4,050 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$63,700
$-6,300 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,550
$-9,450 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Louisiana

Percentile LA Salary
10th Percentile $38,220
25th Percentile $49,140
Median (50th) $62,089
75th Percentile $81,900
90th Percentile $101,920

Zoologist Salary by City in Louisiana

The largest employment areas for zoologists in Louisiana include New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

New Orleans, LA
$66,865
Pop. 383,997 · COL 98%
Baton Rouge, LA
$62,772
Pop. 227,470 · COL 92%
Shreveport, LA
$57,996
Pop. 187,593 · COL 85%
Lafayette, LA
$60,042
Pop. 121,374 · COL 88%
Lake Charles, LA
$58,678
Pop. 80,000 · COL 86%

How to Become a Zoologist in Louisiana

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Louisiana

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