Conservation Scientists Salary in Upper East Mississippi

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,960 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $31.71
10th percentile $40,830
90th percentile $110,300
Employed locally 50
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,830
    25th
    $55,810
    50th (median)
    $65,960
    75th
    $95,640
    90th
    $110,300

    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 Upper East Mississippi

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,860
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$52,600
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$73,300
    Biological Scientists, All Other$72,550
    School Psychologists$58,360
    Chemical Technicians$51,630

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Upper East Mississippi?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Upper East Mississippi is $31.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.97 or more per hour.

    Is Upper East Mississippi above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Upper East Mississippi is 2.9% 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 Upper East Mississippi?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $40,830 per year in Upper East Mississippi. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,810.