How much does a conservation scientist make in Wisconsin?
$79,540a year
Median yearly pay for conservation scientists in Wisconsin. That is $38.24 an hour or $6,628 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.24
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,440Median: $79,540Highest 10%: $102,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,440 | $22.81 | |
| 25th | $63,130 | $30.35 | |
| Median | $79,540 | $38.24 | |
| 75th | $93,200 | $44.81 | |
| 90th | $102,800 | $49.40 |
Cities in Wisconsin
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Eau Claire, WI | $86,070 |
| Madison, WI | $85,110 |
| Green Bay, WI | $81,560 |
| Duluth, MN | $79,680 |
| La Crosse, WI | $79,440 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $75,090 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $66,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for conservation scientists.
| 6. Oregon | $80,790 |
| 7. Louisiana | $80,190 |
| 8. California | $79,810 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $79,540 |
| 10. Alaska | $79,260 |
| 11. Utah | $78,850 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $78,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a conservation scientist make an hour in Wisconsin?
The median hourly pay in Wisconsin is $38.24 ($79,540 a year).
Do conservation scientists make more in Wisconsin than the national average?
Yes: $79,540 against $73,010 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Wisconsin rank for conservation scientist pay?
Wisconsin ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Wisconsin pays conservation scientists the most?
Eau Claire, WI, with a median of $86,070 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.