How much does a conservation scientist make in Nebraska?
$76,400a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Nebraska. That is $36.73 an hour or $6,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.73
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,500Median: $76,400Highest 10%: $106,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,500 | $26.20 | |
| 25th | $63,130 | $30.35 | |
| Median | $76,400 | $36.73 | |
| 75th | $94,500 | $45.43 | |
| 90th | $106,300 | $51.12 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $81,170 |
| Omaha, NE | $74,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 16. Alabama | $77,000 |
| 17. New York | $76,990 |
| 18. New Mexico | $76,800 |
| 19. Nebraska | $76,400 |
| 20. South Dakota | $76,400 |
| 21. Rhode Island | $76,130 |
| 22. Maine | $75,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $36.73 ($76,400 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $76,400 against $73,010 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for conservation scientist pay?
Nebraska ranks 19 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays conservation scientists the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $81,170 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.