What are the main factors that influence a Conservation Worker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for a Conservation Worker?

Conservation Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Conservation Worker roles are District of Columbia $39,860, California $39,709, Massachusetts $39,180. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Conservation Worker roles make?

Salaries for Conservation Worker level roles vary by specialization: Conservation Coordinator: $80,905; Conservation Scientist: $79,714; Conservation Educator: $76,064; Conservation Director: $68,884; Conservation Manager: $66,429.

Conservation Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Conservation Worker make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Conservation Worker in Delaware is $36,458 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, a Conservation Worker's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,583
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,042 to $40,187
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,753

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Conservation Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,187	$3,349	$773	$19
Average	$36,458	$3,038	$701	$18
25th Percentile	$35,042	$2,920	$674	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Conservation Worker Salaries

A Conservation Worker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Conservation Worker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Conservation Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,860.
California: $39,709.
Massachusetts: $39,180.

District of Columbia $39,860 California $39,709 Massachusetts $39,180 Washington $39,036 New Jersey $39,021 Alaska $38,971 Connecticut $38,474 New York $38,272

Hawaii $37,628 Rhode Island $37,326 Maryland $37,120 Minnesota $36,840 Colorado $36,732 Illinois $36,696 Oregon $36,559 Delaware $36,458

New Hampshire $36,395 Virginia $36,253 Pennsylvania $35,839 Nevada $35,630 North Dakota $35,562 Michigan $35,454 Wisconsin $35,414 Vermont $35,335

Texas $35,115 Maine $35,101 Arizona $35,079 Ohio $35,054 Georgia $34,723 Indiana $34,557 Wyoming $34,525 Utah $34,474

Iowa $34,453 Kansas $34,280 Louisiana $34,230 North Carolina $34,212 Missouri $34,204 Florida $34,064 Montana $33,988 Nebraska $33,916

Kentucky $33,877 South Carolina $33,733 Tennessee $33,643 Idaho $33,607 New Mexico $33,344 Oklahoma $33,286 Alabama $33,074 South Dakota $32,718

Arkansas $32,523 West Virginia $32,419 Mississippi $32,106

Top Paying Cities for Conservation Workers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $36,294
Little Creek: $36,560
Magnolia: $36,507

Lincoln, DE $36,294 Little Creek, DE $36,560 Magnolia, DE $36,507 Milford, DE $36,386 Marydel, DE $36,446 Millsboro, DE $36,142 Millville, DE $36,197 Milton, DE $36,260

Nassau, DE $36,286 Ocean View, DE $36,191 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,261 Seaford, DE $36,281 Selbyville, DE $36,131 Smyrna, DE $36,585 Viola, DE $36,416 Woodside, DE $36,514

Bear, DE $36,430 Newark, DE $36,416 Claymont, DE $36,491 Delaware City, DE $36,453 Hockessin, DE $36,413 Kirkwood, DE $36,446 Middletown, DE $36,460 Montchanin, DE $36,421

New Castle, DE $36,427 Odessa, DE $36,478 Port Penn, DE $36,502 Rockland, DE $36,425 Saint Georges, DE $36,448 Townsend, DE $36,504 Winterthur, DE $36,429 Lewes, DE $36,274

Wilmington, DE $36,415 Dover, DE $36,560 Dover Afb, DE $36,367 Bethany Beach, DE $36,153 Bethel, DE $36,191 Bridgeville, DE $36,276 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,457 Cheswold, DE $36,548

Clayton, DE $36,549 Dagsboro, DE $36,128 Delmar, DE $36,070 Ellendale, DE $36,179 Felton, DE $36,383 Fenwick Island, DE $36,136 Frankford, DE $36,073 Frederica, DE $36,419

Georgetown, DE $36,114 Greenwood, DE $36,282 Harbeson, DE $36,153 Harrington, DE $36,337 Hartly, DE $36,450 Houston, DE $36,285 Kenton, DE $36,551 Laurel, DE $36,093

Yorklyn, DE $36,424

Conservation Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Conservation Worker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$35,042

Average $36,458/year

$40,187

$2,920

Average $3,038/month

$3,349

$674

Average $701/week

$773

$17

Average $18/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,187	$3,349	$773	$19
Average	$36,458	$3,038	$701	$18
25th Percentile	$35,042	$2,920	$674	$17

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