Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern and Southern Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,310 +0% vs national
Median hourly $26.11
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $77,940
Employed locally 70
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $40,890
    50th (median)
    $54,310
    75th
    $63,340
    90th
    $77,940

    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 Eastern and Southern Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,720
    Conservation Scientists $79,790
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,810
    Biological Scientists, All Other $74,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Technicians make per hour in Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Eastern and Southern Colorado is $26.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.20 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern and Southern Colorado above or below average for Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Eastern and Southern Colorado 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 Eastern and Southern Colorado?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Eastern and Southern Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,890.