Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 30,410 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $40,330 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $47,360 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $54,560 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $68,600 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $83,630 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$47K
Median
$55K
75th
$69K
90th
$84K
Highest Paying States for Forest and Conservation Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $71,560 |
| Maryland | $66,050 |
| North Dakota | $63,950 |
| California | $63,680 |
| Louisiana | $62,920 |
| Colorado | $62,090 |
| Minnesota | $61,040 |
| Wisconsin | $60,590 |
| Vermont | $60,430 |
| Nevada | $60,220 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $71,560 per year, while Nevada has an average of $60,220 — a difference of $11,340. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Forest and Conservation Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 30,410 workers were employed as Forest and Conservation Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $59,060 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-4071