Conservation Scientists and Foresters Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for conservation scientists and foresterss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $77,720 ≈ $37/hr
National median salary $73,920
Total employment 36,380 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do conservation scientists and foresters make in the U.S.?
The median conservation scientists and foresters salary in the United States is $73,920 per year (mean $77,720), and about 80% earn between $48,570 and $109,940.
How much do conservation scientists and foresters make per hour?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $77,720 and 2,080 work hours per year.