Conservation Scientists Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,790 +4.2% vs national
Median hourly $34.03
10th percentile $52,610
90th percentile $102,530
Employed locally 70
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,610
    25th
    $60,320
    50th (median)
    $70,790
    75th
    $85,840
    90th
    $102,530

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biological Technicians $47,680
    Foresters $74,360
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,080
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $76,180
    Urban and Regional Planners $73,330
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $47,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conservation Scientists make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Western Washington is $34.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.27 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Conservation Scientists salaries?

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Western Washington is 4.2% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $52,610 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,320.