How much does a conservation scientist make in Rhode Island?
$76,130a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Rhode Island. That is $36.60 an hour or $6,344 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.60
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,580Median: $76,130Highest 10%: $173,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,580 | $27.20 | |
| 25th | $64,490 | $31.00 | |
| Median | $76,130 | $36.60 | |
| 75th | $103,700 | $49.86 | |
| 90th | $173,700 | $83.49 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $80,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 18. New Mexico | $76,800 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $36.60 ($76,130 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $76,130 against $73,010 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for conservation scientist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays conservation scientists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $80,880 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.