Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,750 -13.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.48
10th percentile $37,960
90th percentile $69,660
Employed locally 100
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,960
    25th
    $40,030
    50th (median)
    $46,750
    75th
    $56,380
    90th
    $69,660

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $63,650
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,460
    Chemists $73,960
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $41,590
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $78,150
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $62,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Technicians make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Eastern North Carolina is $22.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.50 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Eastern North Carolina is 13.9% below 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,960 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,030.