Conservation Scientists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $70,760 +4.1% vs national
Median hourly $34.02
10th percentile $35,670
90th percentile $120,980
Employed locally 70
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,670
    25th
    $40,580
    50th (median)
    $70,760
    75th
    $94,410
    90th
    $120,980

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Conservation Scientists salary vs area income 104% Median Conservation Scientists salary is 4% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Conservation Scientists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Flagstaff, AZ $83,120
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $76,510

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Social Science Research Assistants $59,130
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,680
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,990
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $124,250
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Tucson, AZ is $34.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.20 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Tucson, AZ is 4.1% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $35,670 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,580.