Conservation Scientists Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $69,120 +1.7% vs national
Median hourly $33.23
10th percentile $49,000
90th percentile $95,640
Employed locally 70
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,000
    25th
    $61,960
    50th (median)
    $69,120
    75th
    $83,200
    90th
    $95,640

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,050
    School Psychologists $74,530
    Foresters $64,000
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $62,140
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $69,170
    Agricultural Technicians $45,660

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Western Wisconsin is $33.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Western Wisconsin is 1.7% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $49,000 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,960.