Forest and Conservation Workers Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for forest and conservation workers in the United States was $43,680 ($21.00 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,780 | $16.24 |
| 25th | $37,440 | $18.00 |
| Median | $43,680 | $21.00 |
| 75th | $45,760 | $22.00 |
| 90th | $57,220 | $27.51 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 45-4011
- Total U.S. employment: 6,050
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What the data says
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Across the United States, 6,050 forest and conservation workers are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
Forest and Conservation Workers Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $47,310 | $22.75 | +8.3% | 30 |
| California | $43,680 | $21.00 | 0.0% | 2,270 |
| Colorado | $37,690 | $18.12 | -13.7% | 110 |
| Connecticut | $34,010 | $16.35 | -22.1% | 40 |
| Florida | $36,780 | $17.68 | -15.8% | 70 |
| Georgia | $34,150 | $16.42 | -21.8% | 160 |
| Hawaii | $56,330 | $27.08 | +29.0% | 60 |
| Idaho | $59,460 | $28.59 | +36.1% | 0 |
| Iowa | $33,600 | $16.16 | -23.1% | 40 |
| Louisiana | $39,900 | $19.19 | -8.7% | 150 |
| Massachusetts | $51,890 | $24.95 | +18.8% | 120 |
| Minnesota | $39,590 | $19.03 | -9.4% | 30 |
| Missouri | $37,170 | $17.87 | -14.9% | 120 |
| Montana | $32,600 | $15.68 | -25.4% | 0 |
| Nevada | $35,760 | $17.19 | -18.1% | 0 |
| New Jersey | $41,600 | $20.00 | -4.8% | 40 |
| New Mexico | $36,370 | $17.49 | -16.7% | 30 |
| North Carolina | — | — | — | 50 |
| Ohio | $48,470 | $23.30 | +11.0% | 160 |
| Oregon | $46,010 | $22.12 | +5.3% | 70 |
| Pennsylvania | $50,250 | $24.16 | +15.0% | 210 |
| South Carolina | $44,050 | $21.18 | +0.8% | 40 |
| South Dakota | $38,210 | $18.37 | -12.5% | 490 |
| Tennessee | $40,320 | $19.39 | -7.7% | 210 |
| Texas | $30,470 | $14.65 | -30.2% | 0 |
| Virginia | $54,560 | $26.23 | +24.9% | 0 |
| Washington | $44,430 | $21.36 | +1.7% | 460 |
| Wisconsin | $36,420 | $17.51 | -16.6% | 300 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for forest and conservation workers?
The median annual wage for forest and conservation workers is $43,680 ($21.00 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays forest and conservation workers the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many forest and conservation workers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 6,050 forest and conservation workers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do forest and conservation workers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $21.00. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.