Conservation Scientists Salary in Northeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $67,250 -1% vs national
Median hourly $32.33
10th percentile $45,750
90th percentile $99,400
Employed locally 60
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,750
    25th
    $49,380
    50th (median)
    $67,250
    75th
    $90,670
    90th
    $99,400

    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 Northeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $65,670
    Foresters $73,440
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $51,810
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,590
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $90,430
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $93,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Northeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Northeast Minnesota is $32.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.79 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Minnesota above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Northeast Minnesota is 1% below 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $45,750 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,380.