How much does a conservation scientist make in Georgia?
$69,240a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Georgia. That is $33.29 an hour or $5,770 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.29
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,230Median: $69,240Highest 10%: $137,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,230 | $23.67 | |
| 25th | $54,910 | $26.40 | |
| Median | $69,240 | $33.29 | |
| 75th | $97,470 | $46.86 | |
| 90th | $137,500 | $66.08 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $69,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 32. Vermont | $70,130 |
| 33. West Virginia | $69,910 |
| 34. Illinois | $69,590 |
| 35. Georgia | $69,240 |
| 36. Iowa | $69,240 |
| 37. Texas | $68,620 |
| 38. Kansas | $67,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $33.29 ($69,240 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $69,240 against $73,010 nationally, 5% less.
Where does Georgia rank for conservation scientist pay?
Georgia ranks 35 of 51 states.
Which city in Georgia pays conservation scientists the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $69,380 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.