How much does a conservation scientist make in Colorado?
$84,820a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Colorado. That is $40.78 an hour or $7,068 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.78
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,710Median: $84,820Highest 10%: $134,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,710 | $27.75 | |
| 25th | $67,770 | $32.58 | |
| Median | $84,820 | $40.78 | |
| 75th | $108,500 | $52.18 | |
| 90th | $134,400 | $64.59 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boulder, CO | $101,400 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $84,820 |
| Denver, CO | $81,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 1. District of Columbia | $99,400 |
| 2. Colorado | $84,820 |
| 3. Maryland | $83,290 |
| 4. Idaho | $81,330 |
| 5. Wyoming | $81,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $40.78 ($84,820 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $84,820 against $73,010 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Colorado rank for conservation scientist pay?
Colorado ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays conservation scientists the most?
Boulder, CO, with a median of $101,400 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.