Foresters Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $74,960 +6.1% vs national
Median hourly $36.04
10th percentile $53,090
90th percentile $101,100
Employed locally 40
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,090
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $74,960
    75th
    $89,460
    90th
    $101,100

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,310
    Biological Technicians$44,120
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$84,640
    Biological Scientists, All Other$79,790
    Conservation Scientists$66,560
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$73,950

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Central Oregon is $36.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.20 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Central Oregon is 6.1% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $53,090 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.