How much does a conservation scientist make in Alaska?
$79,260a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Alaska. That is $38.11 an hour or $6,605 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.11
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,830Median: $79,260Highest 10%: $135,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,830 | $25.88 | |
| 25th | $66,080 | $31.77 | |
| Median | $79,260 | $38.11 | |
| 75th | $103,100 | $49.57 | |
| 90th | $135,100 | $64.96 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fairbanks, AK | $77,640 |
| Anchorage, AK | $76,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 7. Louisiana | $80,190 |
| 8. California | $79,810 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $79,540 |
| 10. Alaska | $79,260 |
| 11. Utah | $78,850 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $78,740 |
| 13. Washington | $78,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $38.11 ($79,260 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $79,260 against $73,010 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Alaska rank for conservation scientist pay?
Alaska ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays conservation scientists the most?
Fairbanks-College, AK, with a median of $77,640 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.