Conservation Scientists Salary in Helena, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Helena, MT

Median annual salary $63,070 -7.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.32
10th percentile $58,640
90th percentile $97,690
Employed locally 60
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,640
    25th
    $63,070
    50th (median)
    $63,070
    75th
    $79,790
    90th
    $97,690

    Helena economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $74,040 2023 • Census ACS
    Conservation Scientists salary vs area income 85% Median Conservation Scientists salary is 15% below 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
    Bozeman, MT $81,220
    Missoula, MT $74,960

    Related occupations in Helena, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,510
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $59,360
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $78,770
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,350
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $76,680
    Biological Scientists, All Other $103,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Helena?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Helena, MT is $30.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.06 or more per hour.

    Is Helena above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Helena, MT is 7.2% 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 Helena?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $58,640 per year in Helena, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,070.