Conservation Scientists Salary in Northern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,220 +21% vs national
Median hourly $39.53
10th percentile $50,900
90th percentile $110,140
Employed locally 30
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,900
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $82,220
    75th
    $94,600
    90th
    $110,140

    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 Northern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $69,640
    Chemical Technicians $50,040
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $76,840
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $56,540
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $53,290
    Chemists $78,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Northern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Northern Indiana is $39.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.97 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Indiana above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Northern Indiana is 21% 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 Northern Indiana?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $50,900 per year in Northern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.