Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $55,410 +2% vs national
Median hourly $26.64
10th percentile $40,170
90th percentile $81,410
Employed locally 130
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,170
    25th
    $41,330
    50th (median)
    $55,410
    75th
    $70,970
    90th
    $81,410

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Forest and Conservation Technicians salary vs area income 65% Median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary is 35% 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
    Flagstaff, AZ $54,310
    Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ $54,310
    Tucson, AZ $50,720

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,480
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $78,870
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $108,270
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $102,250
    School Psychologists $82,960
    Urban and Regional Planners $78,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Phoenix, AZ is $26.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Phoenix, AZ is 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,170 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,330.