How much does a conservation scientist make in Flagstaff?
$79,310a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in the Flagstaff, AZ metro area. That is $38.13 an hour or $6,609 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.13
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 30 of 132
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,510Median: $79,310Highest 10%: $112,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,510 | $25.73 | |
| 25th | $63,130 | $30.35 | |
| Median | $79,310 | $38.13 | |
| 75th | $96,100 | $46.20 | |
| 90th | $112,800 | $54.23 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists.
| Phoenix, AZ | $70,300 |
| Tucson, AZ | $55,990 |
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Salaries for every job in Flagstaff, AZFrequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Flagstaff?
The median hourly pay in the Flagstaff, AZ metro area is $38.13 ($79,310 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Flagstaff than the national average?
Yes: $79,310 against $73,010 nationally, 9% more.
How does Flagstaff compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $66,750, so Flagstaff pays 19% more.
Where does Flagstaff rank for conservation scientist pay?
30 of 132 metro areas with data.
How much does a conservation scientist make starting out in Flagstaff?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,510 or less a year; the top 10% make $112,800 or more.
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.