Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,130 +8.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.43
10th percentile $49,000
90th percentile $70,550
Employed locally 30
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,000
    25th
    $53,310
    50th (median)
    $59,130
    75th
    $67,620
    90th
    $70,550

    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

    Related occupations in Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,140
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $80,600
    Conservation Scientists $45,600
    Chemists $76,930
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,760
    Food Science Technicians $53,200

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Central Pennsylvania is $28.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Central Pennsylvania is 8.9% 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $49,000 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,310.