Conservation Scientists Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $45,750 -32.7% vs national
Median hourly $21.99
10th percentile $30,620
90th percentile $86,940
Employed locally 50
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,620
    25th
    $35,590
    50th (median)
    $45,750
    75th
    $58,220
    90th
    $86,940

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemists $78,550
    Chemical Technicians $60,630
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $73,610
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,880
    Biological Technicians $45,480
    Food Science Technicians $52,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Southern Michigan is $21.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.02 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Southern Michigan is 32.7% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $30,620 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,590.