Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,450 +2.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.66
10th percentile $41,660
90th percentile $82,560
Employed locally 40
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,660
    25th
    $43,620
    50th (median)
    $55,450
    75th
    $66,080
    90th
    $82,560

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,000
    Chemical Technicians$57,780
    Chemists$96,310
    Physicists$117,170
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$49,850
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$74,820

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Southern Indiana is $26.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Southern Indiana is 2.1% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $41,660 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,620.