Conservation Scientists Salary in East South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,800 +7.1% vs national
Median hourly $35.00
10th percentile $46,910
90th percentile $98,550
Employed locally 180
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,910
    25th
    $54,500
    50th (median)
    $72,800
    75th
    $80,620
    90th
    $98,550

    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 East South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Agricultural Technicians $39,030
    Soil and Plant Scientists $61,470
    Biological Technicians $38,620
    Chemists $61,550
    Food Science Technicians $46,180
    Animal Scientists $53,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in East South Dakota is $35.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.28 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in East South Dakota is 7.1% 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 East South Dakota?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $46,910 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,500.