Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Northwest Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,910 -0.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.92
10th percentile $35,940
90th percentile $79,710
Employed locally 50
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,940
    25th
    $38,220
    50th (median)
    $53,910
    75th
    $63,960
    90th
    $79,710

    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 Northwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $66,640
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $66,210
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $90,940
    Biological Technicians $39,560
    Foresters $81,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Technicians make per hour in Northwest Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Northwest Virginia is $25.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.13 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Virginia above or below average for Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Northwest Virginia is 0.7% 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 Northwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,940 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,220.