Foresters Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $83,680 +18.4% vs national
Median hourly $40.23
10th percentile $58,880
90th percentile $103,790
Employed locally 40
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,880
    25th
    $70,970
    50th (median)
    $83,680
    75th
    $98,340
    90th
    $103,790

    Top-paying metros for Foresters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $117,470
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $103,520
    Fresno, CA $102,540
    Redding, CA $101,520
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $101,150
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $98,920

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $87,660
    Biological Technicians $53,410
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $90,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $89,980
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $53,140
    Biological Scientists, All Other $101,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Alaska is $40.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.90 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Alaska is 18.4% above the national median of $70,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Foresters in Alaska?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $58,880 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,970.