Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,220 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.70
10th percentile $44,300
90th percentile $81,330
Employed locally 80
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,300
    25th
    $45,760
    50th (median)
    $47,220
    75th
    $59,400
    90th
    $81,330

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biological Technicians $47,680
    Foresters $74,360
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,080
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $76,180
    Urban and Regional Planners $73,330
    Conservation Scientists $70,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Western Washington is $22.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.21 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Western Washington is 13.1% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $44,300 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,760.