Forest and Conservation Technicians Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $53,440 -1.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.69
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $67,180
Employed locally 30
National median $54,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $47,050
    50th (median)
    $53,440
    75th
    $65,150
    90th
    $67,180

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,050
    Conservation Scientists$69,120
    School Psychologists$74,530
    Foresters$64,000
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$62,140
    Food Scientists and Technologists$73,990

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Technicians in Western Wisconsin is $25.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Forest and Conservation Technicians salary in Western Wisconsin is 1.6% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,050.