Conservation Scientists Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $77,940 +14.7% vs national
Median hourly $37.47
10th percentile $57,370
90th percentile $111,230
Employed locally 30
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,370
    25th
    $71,960
    50th (median)
    $77,940
    75th
    $97,360
    90th
    $111,230

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    School Psychologists $98,280
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $65,990
    Urban and Regional Planners $73,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Massachusetts is $37.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.44 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Massachusetts is 14.7% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $57,370 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,960.