# Animal Scientists

SOC 19-1011. Page: https://educationguide.com/careers/animal-scientists

Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.

## Pay and outlook
- U.S. median wage $68,940 (middle half $49,770–$103,300; BLS May 2025)
- Jobs 2025-35: 5.8%; ~0.2k openings a year; typical entry: Bachelor's degree

## Fields of degree of young workers (ages 25-34, bachelor's+)

## Median wage by state
- IA: $75,290
- IL: $47,930
- KS: $80,090
- MD: $77,750
- MI: $60,010
- MN: $88,640
- ND: $72,100
- NE: $55,300
- PA: $77,660
- SD: $77,300
- TX: $132,830
- WA: $83,160
- WI: $84,310

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#careers

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