Conservation Scientists Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,780 -10.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.22
10th percentile $41,890
90th percentile $93,850
Employed locally 50
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,890
    25th
    $48,040
    50th (median)
    $60,780
    75th
    $72,710
    90th
    $93,850

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,240
    Chemical Technicians $56,460
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $88,280
    Chemists $77,760
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $44,400
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $56,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Eastern Ohio is $29.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.45 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Eastern Ohio is 10.6% 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 Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $41,890 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,040.