Conservation Scientists Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,550 +6.8% vs national
Median hourly $34.88
10th percentile $49,000
90th percentile $111,040
Employed locally 70
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,000
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $72,550
    75th
    $93,810
    90th
    $111,040

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Urban and Regional Planners$49,990
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$52,790
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$50,780
    School Psychologists$72,190
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$85,280
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$77,430

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in West Central Illinois is $34.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.39 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in West Central Illinois is 6.8% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $49,000 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.