How much does a Conservation Scientist earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Conservation Scientist in United States ranges from USD 105,000 to USD 180,000 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 91 job listings

Salary Guide

Conservation Scientist Salary in United States

Based on 91 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$105,000 - $180,000

Median salary

$122,500 - $160,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$81K

25th percentile$105K

Median$140K

75th percentile$180K

90th percentile$230K

50% of professionals earn between $105,000 - $180,000 USD

The median salary is $140,000

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Conservation Scientist

91 job openings

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The average salary for a Conservation Scientist in United States is USD 105,000 - USD 180,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 141,250 per year, based on 91 active job listings.

The cities with the most Conservation Scientist job opportunities in United States are Chicago, Seattle, Phoenix, Denver, Escondido. Chicago leads with 10 job openings.

Explore 91 Conservation Scientist job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.