Conservation Scientists Salary in West South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,550 +6.8% vs national
Median hourly $34.88
10th percentile $52,530
90th percentile $94,310
Employed locally 150
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,530
    25th
    $60,960
    50th (median)
    $72,550
    75th
    $82,220
    90th
    $94,310

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,950
    Urban and Regional Planners $68,430
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $67,000
    Biological Scientists, All Other $79,790
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $64,560
    Biological Technicians $39,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in West South Dakota is $34.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.86 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in West South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $52,530 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,960.