Foresters Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $79,580 +12.6% vs national
Median hourly $38.26
10th percentile $65,560
90th percentile $97,570
Employed locally 60
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,560
    25th
    $66,070
    50th (median)
    $79,580
    75th
    $97,570
    90th
    $97,570

    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 Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,330
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $84,640
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $65,960
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $57,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Central Louisiana is $38.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.01 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Central Louisiana is 12.6% 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 Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $65,560 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,070.