Agriculture & Environment Maryland (MD) Rank #9 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Maryland

The median zoologist salary in Maryland is $75,053 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$75,053

vs National

+$6,823

State Rank

#9 of 50

Cost of Living

110%

Zoologist Salary in Maryland by Experience

In Maryland, an entry-level zoologist earns around $49,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $115,500 per year. The cost of living index in Maryland is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$49,500

+$4,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$77,000

+$7,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$115,500

+$10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Maryland

Percentile	MD Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$46,200	$42,000	+$4,200
25th Percentile	$59,400	$54,000	+$5,400
Median (50th)	$75,053	$68,230	+$6,823
75th Percentile	$99,000	$90,000	+$9,000
90th Percentile	$123,200	$112,000	+$11,200

Zoologist Salary by City in Maryland

The largest employment areas for zoologists in Maryland include Baltimore, Columbia, Silver Spring, and Germantown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Baltimore, MD

$73,688

Pop. 585,708 · COL 108%

Columbia, MD

$80,511

Pop. 104,681 · COL 118%

Silver Spring, MD

$83,241

Pop. 81,015 · COL 122%

Germantown, MD

$78,465

Pop. 90,676 · COL 115%

Waldorf, MD

$71,642

Pop. 77,000 · COL 105%

How to Become a Zoologist in Maryland

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Maryland

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