Conservation Scientists Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $79,790 +17.4% vs national
Median hourly $38.36
10th percentile $59,950
90th percentile $104,330
Employed locally 60
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,950
    25th
    $65,960
    50th (median)
    $79,790
    75th
    $94,430
    90th
    $104,330

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,720
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,810
    Biological Scientists, All Other $74,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $38.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.80 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado is 17.4% 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $59,950 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,960.