Conservation Scientists pay in Florida
In Florida, the median pay for conservation scientists is $24.58 an hour ($51,130 a year). About 950 people work in this job there.
That is 30% lower than the U.S. median ($73,010). Florida ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for conservation scientists in Florida
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.84 | $37,110 |
| 25% of workers | $19.63 | $40,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.58 | $51,130 |
| 75% of workers | $35.01 | $72,820 |
| 90% of workers | $47.29 | $98,360 |
Conservation Scientists pay in Florida metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gainesville | $65,480 | 40 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota | $63,370 | 50 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $61,690 | 90 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $61,630 | 50 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $51,130 | 210 |
| Jacksonville | $49,880 | 60 |
| Tallahassee | $46,260 | 40 |
| Port St. Lucie | $43,680 | 30 |
Florida unemployment rate: 4.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for conservation scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 2,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Florida
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $94,940 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $83,780 |
| Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists | $52,750 |
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