Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,070 +6.9% vs national
Median hourly $27.92
10th percentile $49,200
90th percentile $72,700
Employed locally 30
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,200
    25th
    $52,250
    50th (median)
    $58,070
    75th
    $70,160
    90th
    $72,700

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists $40,490
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,030
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,580
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,240
    Agricultural Technicians $51,600
    Biological Technicians $44,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $27.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.95 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 6.9% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $49,200 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,250.