Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $60,380 +11.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.03
10th percentile $36,190
90th percentile $74,030
Employed locally 260
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,190
    25th
    $44,990
    50th (median)
    $60,380
    75th
    $61,730
    90th
    $74,030

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Forest and Conservation Technicians salary vs area income 82% Median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary is 18% 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
    Carson City, NV $63,750
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $60,490
    Jacksonville, FL $53,470
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $40,390
    Reno, NV $39,670

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,700
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $103,010
    Forensic Science Technicians $76,540
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,870
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $85,110
    School Psychologists $84,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Las Vegas, NV is $29.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.49 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Las Vegas, NV is 11.2% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,190 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,990.