Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Sioux Falls, SD-MN

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Sioux Falls, SD-MN

Median annual salary $65,670 +20.9% vs national
Median hourly $31.57
10th percentile $50,340
90th percentile $77,150
Employed locally 30
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,340
    25th
    $65,670
    50th (median)
    $65,670
    75th
    $77,150
    90th
    $77,150

    Sioux Falls economic context

    Unemployment rate 1.70% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $81,418 2023 • Census ACS
    Forest and Conservation Technicians salary vs area income 81% Median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary is 19% 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
    Rapid City, SD $54,310

    Related occupations in Sioux Falls, SD-MN

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,450
    Urban and Regional Planners $61,730
    Chemists $83,220
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $75,450
    Agricultural Technicians $35,670
    Conservation Scientists $67,650

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Sioux Falls, SD-MN is $31.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.09 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Sioux Falls, SD-MN is 20.9% 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 Sioux Falls?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $50,340 per year in Sioux Falls, SD-MN. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,670.