How much does a conservation scientist make in Washington?
$78,450a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Washington. That is $37.72 an hour or $6,538 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.72
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,700Median: $78,450Highest 10%: $106,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,700 | $28.70 | |
| 25th | $62,240 | $29.92 | |
| Median | $78,450 | $37.72 | |
| 75th | $88,790 | $42.69 | |
| 90th | $106,700 | $51.30 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $83,580 |
| Seattle, WA | $82,380 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $78,460 |
| Olympia, WA | $78,460 |
| Yakima, WA | $78,460 |
| Bellingham, WA | $77,600 |
| Bremerton, WA | $77,190 |
| Spokane, WA | $74,320 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 10. Alaska | $79,260 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $37.72 ($78,450 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $78,450 against $73,010 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for conservation scientist pay?
Washington ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays conservation scientists the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $83,580 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.