How much does a conservation scientist make in Idaho?
$81,330a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Idaho. That is $39.10 an hour or $6,778 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.10
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,300Median: $81,330Highest 10%: $99,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,300 | $22.74 | |
| 25th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| Median | $81,330 | $39.10 | |
| 75th | $86,260 | $41.47 | |
| 90th | $99,560 | $47.87 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $67,200 |
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 |
| 6. Oregon | $80,790 |
| 7. Louisiana | $80,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $39.10 ($81,330 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $81,330 against $73,010 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Idaho rank for conservation scientist pay?
Idaho ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Idaho pays conservation scientists the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $67,200 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.