Conservation Scientists Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $65,110 -4.2% vs national
Median hourly $31.30
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $107,240
Employed locally 40
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $45,000
    50th (median)
    $65,110
    75th
    $94,310
    90th
    $107,240

    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 Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $62,680
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $71,550
    Biological Technicians $49,000
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $88,190
    Foresters $81,120
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $86,940

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Northern Michigan is $31.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Northern Michigan is 4.2% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,000.