Conservation Scientists Salary in District of Columbia
Conservation Scientists in District of Columbia earn a median of $99,400 a year, +36% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,400
- vs. U.S. median
- +36% ($73,010)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,130; the top 10% earn over $142,430. Nationally the range is $47,550 to $110,410.
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Conservation Scientists pay in District of Columbia
How much do conservation scientists make in District of Columbia?
The median is $99,400 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,130 and the top 10% earn over $142,430. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for conservation scientists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+36% vs. the national median of $73,010). Living costs are not included.