Earnings
The Department of Labor reports that median earnings for conservation scientists (the category that includes soil conservationists) were $62,660 in May 2019. Some conservation scientists earned less than $39,270, while others earned $98,060 or more annually.
The salaries of conservationists and technicians working for private firms or agencies are roughly comparable to those paid by the federal government. Earnings at the state and local levels vary depending on the region but are typically lower.
Government jobs and larger private industries offer comprehensive benefits packages that are usually more generous than those offered at smaller firms.
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