Conservation Scientists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $74,250 +9.3% vs national
Median hourly $35.70
10th percentile $42,100
90th percentile $96,910
Employed locally 130
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,100
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $74,250
    75th
    $84,360
    90th
    $96,910

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Foresters $64,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,400
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $52,620
    Chemists $72,020
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $38,970
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $35.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.44 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 9.3% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $42,100 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.