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

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

How does experience change A Conservation Scientist's salary?

A Conservation Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Lawn Service Manager (0-0 years)earns $46,270, a Nursery/Greenhouse Manager (0-0 years)earns $54,049, a Ranch Manager (0-0 years)earns $52,005,

What are the highest paying states for a Conservation Scientist?

Conservation Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Conservation Scientist roles are District of Columbia $87,952, California $87,619, Massachusetts $86,451. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Conservation Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Conservation Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Conservation Coordinator: $80,889; Conservation Educator: $76,077; Conservation Director: $68,877; Conservation Biologist: $67,357; Conservation Manager: $66,432.

Conservation Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Conservation Scientist make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Conservation Scientist in Delaware is $80,446 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $111,696
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,653 to $96,803
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,096

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Conservation Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,803	$8,067	$1,862	$47
Average	$80,446	$6,704	$1,547	$39
25th Percentile	$66,653	$5,554	$1,282	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Conservation Scientist Salaries

A Conservation Scientist'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 Scientist 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 Scientists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,952.
California: $87,619.
Massachusetts: $86,451.

District of Columbia $87,952 California $87,619 Massachusetts $86,451 Washington $86,133 New Jersey $86,101 Alaska $85,990 Connecticut $84,894 New York $84,449

Hawaii $83,027 Rhode Island $82,360 Maryland $81,907 Minnesota $81,288 Colorado $81,049 Illinois $80,970 Oregon $80,668 Delaware $80,446

New Hampshire $80,306 Virginia $79,993 Pennsylvania $79,079 Nevada $78,619 North Dakota $78,468 Michigan $78,229 Wisconsin $78,142 Vermont $77,967

Texas $77,483 Maine $77,451 Arizona $77,403 Ohio $77,348 Georgia $76,617 Indiana $76,251 Wyoming $76,180 Utah $76,069

Iowa $76,021 Kansas $75,640 Louisiana $75,528 North Carolina $75,489 Missouri $75,473 Florida $75,163 Montana $74,996 Nebraska $74,837

Kentucky $74,750 South Carolina $74,432 Tennessee $74,234 Idaho $74,154 New Mexico $73,574 Oklahoma $73,447 Alabama $72,978 South Dakota $72,192

Arkansas $71,763 West Virginia $71,533 Mississippi $70,842

Top Paying Cities for Conservation Scientists

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: $80,083
Little Creek: $80,670
Magnolia: $80,554

Lincoln, DE $80,083 Little Creek, DE $80,670 Magnolia, DE $80,554 Milford, DE $80,287 Marydel, DE $80,419 Millsboro, DE $79,747 Millville, DE $79,870 Milton, DE $80,009

Nassau, DE $80,067 Ocean View, DE $79,857 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,010 Seaford, DE $80,056 Selbyville, DE $79,724 Smyrna, DE $80,725 Viola, DE $80,353 Woodside, DE $80,569

Bear, DE $80,384 Newark, DE $80,353 Claymont, DE $80,518 Delaware City, DE $80,434 Hockessin, DE $80,346 Kirkwood, DE $80,419 Middletown, DE $80,450 Montchanin, DE $80,365

New Castle, DE $80,376 Odessa, DE $80,489 Port Penn, DE $80,543 Rockland, DE $80,372 Saint Georges, DE $80,424 Townsend, DE $80,548 Winterthur, DE $80,382 Lewes, DE $80,040

Wilmington, DE $80,350 Dover, DE $80,670 Dover Afb, DE $80,245 Bethany Beach, DE $79,773 Bethel, DE $79,855 Bridgeville, DE $80,044 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,442 Cheswold, DE $80,643

Clayton, DE $80,646 Dagsboro, DE $79,717 Delmar, DE $79,589 Ellendale, DE $79,831 Felton, DE $80,280 Fenwick Island, DE $79,735 Frankford, DE $79,596 Frederica, DE $80,360

Georgetown, DE $79,687 Greenwood, DE $80,056 Harbeson, DE $79,772 Harrington, DE $80,179 Hartly, DE $80,428 Houston, DE $80,064 Kenton, DE $80,650 Laurel, DE $79,639

Yorklyn, DE $80,370

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

Understanding how a Conservation Scientist'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 June 01, 2026

$66,653

Average $80,446/year

$96,803

$5,554

Average $6,704/month

$8,067

$1,282

Average $1,547/week

$1,862

$32

Average $39/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,803	$8,067	$1,862	$47
Average	$80,446	$6,704	$1,547	$39
25th Percentile	$66,653	$5,554	$1,282	$32

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