Conservation Scientists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,600 -32.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.92
10th percentile $45,600
90th percentile $66,790
Employed locally 130
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,600
    25th
    $45,600
    50th (median)
    $45,600
    75th
    $45,600
    90th
    $66,790

    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 $82,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $77,150
    Chemical Technicians $38,160
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $50,600
    Chemists $49,840
    School Psychologists $85,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $21.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.11 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 32.9% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $45,600 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,600.