Conservation Scientists Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,380 +13.9% vs national
Median hourly $37.20
10th percentile $59,950
90th percentile $104,330
Employed locally 90
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,950
    25th
    $61,960
    50th (median)
    $77,380
    75th
    $91,890
    90th
    $104,330

    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

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    Soil and Plant Scientists$70,680
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    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$73,330
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    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$82,280
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$55,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in South Nebraska is $37.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.55 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in South Nebraska 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $59,950 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,960.