Conservation Scientists Salary in Charleston, WV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Charleston, WV

Median annual salary $81,760 +20.3% vs national
Median hourly $39.31
10th percentile $44,880
90th percentile $135,610
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,880
    25th
    $52,960
    50th (median)
    $81,760
    75th
    $93,360
    90th
    $135,610

    Charleston economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,089 2023 • Census ACS
    Conservation Scientists salary vs area income 141% Median Conservation Scientists salary is 41% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Conservation Scientists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $81,640

    Related occupations in Charleston, WV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $48,520
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $65,990
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $90,090
    Urban and Regional Planners $57,290
    Forensic Science Technicians $63,130
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $64,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Charleston?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Charleston, WV is $39.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.20 or more per hour.

    Is Charleston above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Charleston, WV is 20.3% above 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 Charleston?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $44,880 per year in Charleston, WV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,960.