How much does a conservation scientist make in Virginia?
$77,380a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Virginia. That is $37.20 an hour or $6,448 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.20
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,910Median: $77,380Highest 10%: $161,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,910 | $22.07 | |
| 25th | $60,190 | $28.94 | |
| Median | $77,380 | $37.20 | |
| 75th | $108,900 | $52.35 | |
| 90th | $161,500 | $77.63 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $99,360 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $68,560 |
| Richmond, VA | $66,180 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $63,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 11. Utah | $78,850 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $78,740 |
| 13. Washington | $78,450 |
| 14. Virginia | $77,380 |
| 15. North Dakota | $77,280 |
| 16. Alabama | $77,000 |
| 17. New York | $76,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $37.20 ($77,380 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $77,380 against $73,010 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Virginia rank for conservation scientist pay?
Virginia ranks 14 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.