Conservation Scientists Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,280 +21.1% vs national
Median hourly $39.56
10th percentile $42,330
90th percentile $118,580
Employed locally 50
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,330
    25th
    $66,680
    50th (median)
    $82,280
    75th
    $98,320
    90th
    $118,580

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biological Technicians $43,060
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $46,010
    Astronomers $103,470
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $56,490
    Biological Scientists, All Other $90,700
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $87,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Hawaii / Kauai is $39.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.86 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 21.1% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $42,330 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,680.