Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $51,630 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.82
10th percentile $40,330
90th percentile $82,560
Employed locally 230
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,330
    25th
    $44,950
    50th (median)
    $51,630
    75th
    $68,140
    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

    Related occupations in Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$78,350
    Conservation Scientists$72,840
    Hydrologists$84,300
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$74,410
    Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers$84,850
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$81,980

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Southwest Montana is $24.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Southwest Montana is 4.9% below 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,330 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,950.