How much does a conservation scientist make in Maryland?
$83,290a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Maryland. That is $40.04 an hour or $6,941 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.04
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,760Median: $83,290Highest 10%: $128,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,760 | $27.77 | |
| 25th | $66,850 | $32.14 | |
| Median | $83,290 | $40.04 | |
| 75th | $107,500 | $51.69 | |
| 90th | $128,600 | $61.83 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $99,360 |
| Baltimore, MD | $77,860 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $58,590 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $40.04 ($83,290 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $83,290 against $73,010 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Maryland rank for conservation scientist pay?
Maryland ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays conservation scientists the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $99,360 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.