How much does a conservation scientist make in Florida?
$51,130a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Florida. That is $24.58 an hour or $4,261 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.58
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 950
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,110Median: $51,130Highest 10%: $98,360
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,110 | $17.84 | |
| 25th | $40,830 | $19.63 | |
| Median | $51,130 | $24.58 | |
| 75th | $72,820 | $35.01 | |
| 90th | $98,360 | $47.29 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Gainesville, FL | $65,480 |
| North Port, FL | $63,370 |
| Tampa, FL | $61,690 |
| Orlando, FL | $61,630 |
| Miami, FL | $51,130 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $49,880 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $46,260 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $43,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 48. Pennsylvania | $61,480 |
| 49. Mississippi | $59,510 |
| 50. South Carolina | $52,310 |
| 51. Florida | $51,130 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $24.58 ($51,130 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $51,130 against $73,010 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Florida rank for conservation scientist pay?
Florida ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Florida pays conservation scientists the most?
Gainesville, FL, with a median of $65,480 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.