Conservation Scientists Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $77,060 +13.4% vs national
Median hourly $37.05
10th percentile $50,650
90th percentile $107,240
Employed locally 40
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,650
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $77,060
    75th
    $98,550
    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists $40,490
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,580
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,030
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,240
    Agricultural Technicians $51,600
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $85,030

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Southwest Minnesota is $37.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.28 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Southwest Minnesota is 13.4% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $50,650 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.