How much does a conservation scientist make in Oregon?
$80,790a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Oregon. That is $38.84 an hour or $6,733 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.84
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,110Median: $80,790Highest 10%: $130,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| 25th | $70,450 | $33.87 | |
| Median | $80,790 | $38.84 | |
| 75th | $104,700 | $50.33 | |
| 90th | $130,400 | $62.69 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Salem, OR | $95,470 |
| Portland, OR | $83,580 |
| Bend, OR | $82,630 |
| Medford, OR | $76,960 |
| Corvallis, OR | $74,410 |
| Eugene, OR | $61,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 3. Maryland | $83,290 |
| 4. Idaho | $81,330 |
| 5. Wyoming | $81,310 |
| 6. Oregon | $80,790 |
| 7. Louisiana | $80,190 |
| 8. California | $79,810 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $79,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $38.84 ($80,790 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $80,790 against $73,010 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Oregon rank for conservation scientist pay?
Oregon ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in Oregon pays conservation scientists the most?
Salem, OR, with a median of $95,470 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.