Conservation Scientists Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $75,750 +11.5% vs national
Median hourly $36.42
10th percentile $44,520
90th percentile $104,810
Employed locally 30
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,520
    25th
    $59,880
    50th (median)
    $75,750
    75th
    $82,220
    90th
    $104,810

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$62,030
    Biological Technicians$47,660
    School Psychologists$73,330
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,360
    Biological Scientists, All Other$78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$122,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Southwest New York is $36.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.48 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Southwest New York is 11.5% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $44,520 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,880.