Conservation Scientists Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $74,130 +9.1% vs national
Median hourly $35.64
10th percentile $53,800
90th percentile $113,920
Employed locally 70
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,800
    25th
    $62,720
    50th (median)
    $74,130
    75th
    $85,370
    90th
    $113,920

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $52,720
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $68,740
    Biological Technicians $46,630
    Chemical Technicians $43,350
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,960
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $75,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Maryland is $35.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.77 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Maryland is 9.1% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $53,800 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,720.