Conservation Scientists Salary in Southern Indiana

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

Median annual salary $86,940 +27.9% vs national
Median hourly $41.80
10th percentile $51,170
90th percentile $113,030
Employed locally 40
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,170
    25th
    $62,520
    50th (median)
    $86,940
    75th
    $104,330
    90th
    $113,030

    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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    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,000
    Chemists $96,310
    Chemical Technicians $57,780
    Physicists $117,170
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $49,850
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $74,820

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Southern Indiana is $41.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Southern Indiana is 27.9% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $51,170 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,520.