Highest-paying states for animal scientists
Texas leads at $132,830 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $132,830 | $76,110–$182,590 |
| Minnesota | $88,640 | $76,530–$143,610 |
| Wisconsin | $84,310 | $70,150–$100,300 |
| Washington | $83,160 | $63,730–$95,220 |
| Maryland | $77,750 | $64,350–$109,970 |
| Pennsylvania | $77,660 | $69,490–$82,880 |
| South Dakota | $77,300 | $63,420–$101,990 |
| Iowa | $75,290 | $59,280–$135,690 |
| North Dakota | $72,100 | $53,390–$90,710 |
| Michigan | $60,010 | $48,850–$66,320 |
| Nebraska | $55,300 | $48,730–$98,820 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.