How much does a conservation scientist make in Louisiana?
$80,190a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Louisiana. That is $38.55 an hour or $6,683 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.55
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,520Median: $80,190Highest 10%: $137,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,520 | $14.19 | |
| 25th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| Median | $80,190 | $38.55 | |
| 75th | $106,300 | $51.12 | |
| 90th | $137,000 | $65.86 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $61,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 4. Idaho | $81,330 |
| 5. Wyoming | $81,310 |
| 6. Oregon | $80,790 |
| 7. Louisiana | $80,190 |
| 8. California | $79,810 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $79,540 |
| 10. Alaska | $79,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $38.55 ($80,190 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $80,190 against $73,010 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for conservation scientist pay?
Louisiana ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays conservation scientists the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $61,110 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.