Conservation Scientists Salary in Western Wyoming

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

Median annual salary $74,960 +10.3% vs national
Median hourly $36.04
10th percentile $44,190
90th percentile $95,640
Employed locally 90
National median $67,950

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,190
    25th
    $60,440
    50th (median)
    $74,960
    75th
    $86,940
    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 Wyoming

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $52,290
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $74,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $94,470
    Biological Technicians $45,570
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,550
    Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $60,770

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Conservation Scientists in Western Wyoming is $36.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.28 or more per hour.

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

    The median Conservation Scientists salary in Western Wyoming is 10.3% 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 Wyoming?

    Entry-level Conservation Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $44,190 per year in Western Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,440.