Conservation Scientists Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $74,070 +9% vs national
Median hourly $35.61
10th percentile $35,800
90th percentile $101,440
Employed locally 110
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,800
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $74,070
    75th
    $84,640
    90th
    $101,440

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,070
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $67,140
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $75,350
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,590
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $54,720
    Urban and Regional Planners $64,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Northwest Minnesota is $35.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Northwest Minnesota is 9% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $35,800 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.