Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists Salary in ITHACA, NY - FY2025 DOL Data

DOL Median (ITHACA, NY)

$57,800

vs National

+12.1%

National: $51,542

BLS Median (area)

N/A

COL-Adjusted

$46,203

Purchasing power equiv.

Salary Comparison

This Location (DOL)

$57,800

+12.1% vs national

National Average (DOL)

$51,542

Baseline

BLS Estimate (This Area)

N/A

No comparison

Purchasing Power Analysis

A Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in ITHACA, NY earns $57,800 in nominal terms, which is 12.1% above the national average of $51,542. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 125.1 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $46,203 in national-average purchasing power.

Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.

Top Employers in ITHACA, NY

Employer	Median Salary	Filings
Cornell University	$60,000	13

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists make in ITHACA, NY?

The median Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists salary in ITHACA, NY is $57,800 based on 10 DOL filings.

Is ITHACA, NY a good place to work as a Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists?

A Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists in ITHACA, NY earns 12.1% more than the national median of $51,542, or $46,203 after adjusting for the local cost of living.

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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.