Conservation Scientists Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,380 +13.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.20
10th percentile $46,870
90th percentile $107,240
Employed locally 50
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,870
    25th
    $61,290
    50th (median)
    $77,380
    75th
    $92,750
    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $55,810
    Foresters $61,210
    Biological Scientists, All Other $86,940
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,270
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $58,260
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $79,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Northwestern Idaho is $37.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.86 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Northwestern Idaho is 13.9% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $46,870 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,290.