How much does a Conservation Scientist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Conservation Scientist in Australia ranges from AUD 55,000 to AUD 85,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 229 job listings

How much does a Conservation Scientist earn in Australia?

The average salary for a Conservation Scientist in Australia is AUD 68,000 - AUD 78,200 per year.

Salary Guide

Conservation Scientist Salary in Australia

Based on 229 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$55,000 - $85,000

Median salary

$68,000 - $78,200

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$47K

25th percentile$55K

Median$68K

75th percentile$85K

90th percentile$98K

50% of professionals earn between $55,000 - $85,000 AUD

The median salary is $68,000

Top cities

Melbourne41 job openings

Sydney22 job openings

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Conservation Scientist

229 job openings

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The average salary for a Conservation Scientist in Australia is AUD 55,000 - AUD 85,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 73,100 per year, based on 229 active job listings.

The cities with the most Conservation Scientist job opportunities in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Newcastle, Gold Coast. Melbourne leads with 41 job openings.

Explore 229 Conservation Scientist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.