Foresters Salary in Northeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,440 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $35.31
10th percentile $58,370
90th percentile $96,830
Employed locally 50
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,370
    25th
    $68,250
    50th (median)
    $73,440
    75th
    $89,330
    90th
    $96,830

    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 Northeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $65,670
    Conservation Scientists $67,250
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $51,810
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,590
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $90,430
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $93,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Northeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Northeast Minnesota is $35.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.20 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Minnesota above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Northeast Minnesota is 3.9% 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $58,370 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,250.