Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,390 +0.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.15
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $75,420
Employed locally 110
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $46,800
    50th (median)
    $54,390
    75th
    $66,040
    90th
    $75,420

    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 Northwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$70,550
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$83,310
    Foresters$74,910
    Chemists$66,420
    Chemical Technicians$46,190
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$72,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Technicians make per hour in Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Northwestern Pennsylvania is $26.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.83 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Forest and Conservation Technicians salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania is 0.1% 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 Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,800.