Conservation Scientists Salary (2025)
Based on 25,950 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $47,550 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $57,700 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $73,010 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $91,560 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $110,410 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$58K
Median
$73K
75th
$92K
90th
$110K
Highest Paying States for Conservation Scientists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $99,050 |
| Virginia | $92,610 |
| Rhode Island | $92,230 |
| Maryland | $89,820 |
| Oregon | $89,550 |
| Colorado | $89,530 |
| Alaska | $88,860 |
| California | $88,030 |
| Massachusetts | $82,710 |
| Louisiana | $81,950 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Conservation Scientists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $99,050 per year, while Louisiana has an average of $81,950 — a difference of $17,100. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Conservation Scientists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 25,950 workers were employed as Conservation Scientistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $77,130 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-1031