Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Illinois
Forest and Conservation Technicians in Illinois earn a median salary of $51,870 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -4.5% vs the national median of $54,310. An estimated 580 forest and conservation technicians are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $47,500 to $55,190 depending on location.
$51,870
Avg median salary in Illinois
$55,190
Highest paying metro
$47,500
Lowest paying metro
580
Employed in Illinois
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Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Illinois | $55,190 | $51,750 | $71,990 | — |
| South Illinois | $53,350 | $38,390 | $69,590 | 120 |
| West Central Illinois | $52,790 | $39,560 | $63,150 | 70 |
| East Central Illinois | $50,520 | $28,790 | $68,060 | 40 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $47,500 | $36,610 | $63,100 | 350 |