Conservation Scientists Salary in North Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • North Carolina
Conservation Scientists in North Carolina earn a median salary of $63,784 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, -6.1% vs the national median of $67,950. An estimated 450 conservation scientists are employed across North Carolina, with salaries ranging from $47,580 to $77,190 depending on location.
$63,784
Avg median salary in North Carolina
$77,190
Highest paying metro
$47,580
Lowest paying metro
450
Employed in North Carolina
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Conservation Scientists salaries by city in North Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham, NC | $77,190 | $60,280 | $115,090 | 50 |
| Raleigh, NC | $69,440 | $56,920 | $105,850 | 50 |
| Asheville, NC | $67,800 | $59,950 | $90,220 | 60 |
| Eastern North Carolina | $62,570 | $51,980 | $98,550 | 50 |
| Western North Carolina | $61,960 | $48,390 | $79,790 | 60 |
| Central North Carolina | $59,950 | $48,600 | $70,740 | 30 |
| Charlotte, NC-SC | $47,580 | $47,580 | $61,610 | 150 |