Forest and Conservation Workers Salary in Northern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,460 -16.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.53
10th percentile $34,970
90th percentile $40,710
National median $43,680

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,970
    25th
    $34,970
    50th (median)
    $36,460
    75th
    $36,460
    90th
    $40,710

    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 Northern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $35,720
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $46,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Forest and Conservation Workers make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Forest and Conservation Workers in Northern New Mexico is $17.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $19.57 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Forest and Conservation Workers salaries?

    The median Forest and Conservation Workers salary in Northern New Mexico is 16.5% 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 Northern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Forest and Conservation Workers (10th percentile) earn around $34,970 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,970.