Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Bozeman, MT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bozeman, MT

Median annual salary $59,360 +9.3% vs national
Median hourly $28.54
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $85,950
Employed locally 120
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $50,010
    50th (median)
    $59,360
    75th
    $71,470
    90th
    $85,950

    Bozeman economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $87,454 2023 • Census ACS
    Forest and Conservation Technicians salary vs area income 68% Median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary is 32% 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
    Helena, MT $59,360
    Missoula, MT $59,360
    Billings, MT $45,320

    Related occupations in Bozeman, MT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists $62,340
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $66,200
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,990
    Biological Technicians $47,420
    Chemists $53,710
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Bozeman, MT is $28.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Bozeman, MT is 9.3% 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 Bozeman?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Bozeman, MT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,010.