Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Boise City, ID

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Boise City, ID

Median annual salary $54,310 +0% vs national
Median hourly $26.11
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $77,940
Employed locally 420
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $42,240
    50th (median)
    $54,310
    75th
    $64,110
    90th
    $77,940

    Boise City economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $82,694 2023 • Census ACS
    Forest and Conservation Technicians salary vs area income 66% Median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary is 34% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Forest and Conservation Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $70,720
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $70,220
    Maryland $67,450
    Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $67,140
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $66,020
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $66,020

    Nearby metros — Forest and Conservation Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $66,020
    Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area $55,810
    Coeur d'Alene, ID $55,470
    Rapid City, SD $54,310
    Idaho Falls, ID $54,310
    Logan, UT-ID $54,310

    Related occupations in Boise City, ID

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,440
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $71,680
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,870
    Urban and Regional Planners $68,960
    Biological Scientists, All Other $79,790
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $76,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Technicians make per hour in Boise City?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Boise City, ID is $26.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.06 or more per hour.

    Is Boise City above or below average for Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Boise City, ID is 0% above the national median of $54,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Boise City?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Boise City, ID. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,240.