Conservation Scientists pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for conservation scientists is $30.37 an hour ($63,160 a year). About 680 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($73,010). Ohio ranks 46th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for conservation scientists in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.19 | $44,070 |
| 25% of workers | $24.13 | $50,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.37 | $63,160 |
| 75% of workers | $37.67 | $78,350 |
| 90% of workers | $47.97 | $99,780 |
Conservation Scientists pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | $67,080 | 50 |
| Akron | $66,420 | 100 |
| Columbus | $66,110 | 120 |
| Cleveland | $63,160 | 150 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $62,460 | 50 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $83,910 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $95,560 |
| Microbiologists | $72,500 |
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