Wildlife Biologist Salary in Alaska
As of 2026-09-01, the median posted salary for Wildlife Biologist positions in Alaska is $67,174 per year, based on 10 public-sector job postings from 3 Alaska employers tracked by Alaska Jobs.
On the state salary schedule
Postings for this role cite state pay Ranges 14, 16, 18. On the current GG schedule (basic pay, before geographic differential):
| Range | Step A (new hire) | Step F (~5 yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| Range 14 | $54,034/yr | $64,370/yr |
| Range 16 | $62,049/yr | $74,100/yr |
| Range 18 | $71,526/yr | $84,903/yr |
Duty stations outside Anchorage add a geographic differential of up to 60% on top of these figures. Full tables: Alaska state salary schedule.
Median over time
weekly snapshots since 2026-29
Who hires this role
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (federal) · Fish & Game · National Park Service (federal)
Quick answers computed from the live data — always current
What does a Wildlife Biologist make in Alaska?
The median posted salary for Wildlife Biologist in Alaska is $67,174 per year, based on 10 public-sector job postings from 3 Alaska employers tracked by Alaska Jobs. The middle half of postings pay between $59,108 and $83,739 per year.
What is the salary range for Wildlife Biologist jobs in Alaska?
Across current and recent Alaska listings, posted pay for Wildlife Biologist runs from $57,117 at the low end to $131,571 at the high end. The 10th–90th percentile band is $58,652 to $116,388.
Who hires Wildlife Biologists in Alaska?
Alaska employers with recent Wildlife Biologist postings include Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (federal), Fish & Game, National Park Service (federal).
What State of Alaska salary range is a Wildlife Biologist?
State of Alaska postings for Wildlife Biologist use salary ranges 14, 16, 18. Exact pay is set by range and step on the state salary schedule, plus a geographic differential of up to 60 percent depending on duty station.
Open Wildlife Biologist listings
- Wildlife Biologist 2 (Dillingham Assistant Area Wildlife Biologist) — Fish & Game · $3,240.75 Biweekly
- Wildlife Biologist 1 — Fish & Game · $28.28 Hourly
Figures are posted salaries — the ranges employers advertise — annualized for comparison (how we compute this). Actual offers depend on step placement, bargaining unit, and duty station.