Fish and Game Wardens Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,110 +14.6% vs national
Median hourly $37.55
10th percentile $61,380
90th percentile $88,140
Employed locally 80
National median $68,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,380
    25th
    $71,110
    50th (median)
    $78,110
    75th
    $82,870
    90th
    $88,140

    Top-paying metros for Fish and Game Wardens

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington $115,400
    Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $102,990
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $102,990
    Indiana $99,990
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $95,480
    California $94,990

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$68,700
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$64,290
    Security Guards$40,720
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$88,220
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$107,240
    School Bus Monitors$34,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Fish and Game Wardens make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Fish and Game Wardens in Capital/Northern New York is $37.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.31 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Fish and Game Wardens salaries?

    The median Fish and Game Wardens salary in Capital/Northern New York is 14.6% above the national median of $68,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Fish and Game Wardens in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Fish and Game Wardens (10th percentile) earn around $61,380 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,110.