How much does a conservation scientist make in Maine?
$75,900a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Maine. That is $36.49 an hour or $6,325 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.49
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,150Median: $75,900Highest 10%: $107,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,150 | $23.15 | |
| 25th | $59,180 | $28.45 | |
| Median | $75,900 | $36.49 | |
| 75th | $89,960 | $43.25 | |
| 90th | $107,700 | $51.77 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $78,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 19. Nebraska | $76,400 |
| 20. South Dakota | $76,400 |
| 21. Rhode Island | $76,130 |
| 22. Maine | $75,900 |
| 23. New Hampshire | $74,650 |
| 24. Montana | $73,920 |
| 25. Connecticut | $73,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $36.49 ($75,900 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $75,900 against $73,010 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Maine rank for conservation scientist pay?
Maine ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays conservation scientists the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $78,440 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.