Conservation Scientists Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $66,560 -2% vs national
Median hourly $32.00
10th percentile $50,650
90th percentile $113,730
Employed locally 60
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,650
    25th
    $50,650
    50th (median)
    $66,560
    75th
    $92,750
    90th
    $113,730

    Top-paying metros for Conservation Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Springfield, IL $107,990
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $105,680
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $98,930
    Salem, OR $98,050
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $96,260
    Bend, OR $94,310

    Related occupations in Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Biological Technicians $44,120
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $84,640
    Biological Scientists, All Other $79,790
    Foresters $74,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $73,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Central Oregon is $32.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.42 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Central Oregon is 2% below the national median of $67,950. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conservation Scientists in Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $50,650 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,650.