Agriculture & Environment Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Ohio

The median zoologist salary in Ohio 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

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Zoologist Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level zoologist earns around $40,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio 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 Ohio

Percentile	OH 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 Ohio

The largest employment areas for zoologists in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$64,819

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$58,678

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$61,407

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$55,949

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$57,313

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Zoologist in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Ohio

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