Conservation Scientists Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Illinois
Conservation Scientists in Illinois earn a median salary of $78,758 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +15.9% vs the national median of $67,950. An estimated 640 conservation scientists are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $66,730 to $107,990 depending on location.
$78,758
Avg median salary in Illinois
$107,990
Highest paying metro
$66,730
Lowest paying metro
640
Employed in Illinois
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Conservation Scientists salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | $107,990 | $78,380 | $131,990 | 40 |
| East Central Illinois | $77,770 | $55,580 | $101,440 | 50 |
| Champaign, IL | $74,960 | $49,000 | $113,030 | 40 |
| South Illinois | $72,550 | $50,650 | $94,310 | 80 |
| West Central Illinois | $72,550 | $59,950 | $93,810 | 70 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $66,730 | $49,110 | $82,350 | 360 |