Agriculture & Environment Mississippi (MS) Rank #50 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Mississippi

The median zoologist salary in Mississippi is $56,631 per year, which is 17% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$56,631

vs National

$-11,599

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Zoologist Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level zoologist earns around $37,350, while experienced professionals earn up to $87,150 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,350

$-7,650 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$58,100

$-11,900 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$87,150

$-17,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$34,860	$42,000	$-7,140
25th Percentile	$44,820	$54,000	$-9,180
Median (50th)	$56,631	$68,230	$-11,599
75th Percentile	$74,700	$90,000	$-15,300
90th Percentile	$92,960	$112,000	$-19,040

Zoologist Salary by City in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for zoologists in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Jackson, MS

$57,996

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$55,949

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$57,313

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$54,584

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$56,631

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Zoologist in Mississippi

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Mississippi

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