Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,420 -3.5% vs national
Median hourly $25.20
10th percentile $43,660
90th percentile $81,410
Employed locally 280
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,660
    25th
    $45,610
    50th (median)
    $52,420
    75th
    $68,140
    90th
    $81,410

    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 Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $103,000
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $62,940
    Urban and Regional Planners $63,780
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $107,680
    Biological Scientists, All Other $76,750
    Conservation Scientists $72,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Technicians make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Northern New Mexico is $25.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.14 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Northern New Mexico is 3.5% 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 Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $43,660 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,610.