Forest and Conservation Workers Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,710 -11.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.61
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $51,280
Employed locally 50
National median $43,680

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,520
    50th (median)
    $38,710
    75th
    $46,390
    90th
    $51,280

    Top-paying metros for Forest and Conservation Workers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Illinois $64,430
    Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area $60,320
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $55,790
    Ohio $53,350
    Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $52,850
    Pennsylvania $49,160

    Related occupations in Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators $56,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $62,430
    Log Graders and Scalers $47,140

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Workers make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Workers in Central Louisiana is $18.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.66 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Forest and Conservation Workers salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Workers salary in Central Louisiana is 11.4% below the national median of $43,680. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Forest and Conservation Workers in Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,520.