Conservation Scientists Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,550 +6.8% vs national
Median hourly $34.88
10th percentile $49,000
90th percentile $112,380
Employed locally 80
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,000
    25th
    $56,870
    50th (median)
    $72,550
    75th
    $87,050
    90th
    $112,380

    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 North Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$56,880
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$91,760
    Urban and Regional Planners$93,150
    Biological Scientists, All Other$82,220
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$50,150
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$127,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in North Coast Region of California is $34.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.39 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in North Coast Region of California is 6.8% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $49,000 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,870.