Foresters Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,960 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $31.23
10th percentile $49,320
90th percentile $80,280
Employed locally 170
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,320
    25th
    $60,880
    50th (median)
    $64,960
    75th
    $75,710
    90th
    $80,280

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists $74,250
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,400
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $52,620
    Chemists $72,020
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $38,970
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Northeastern Wisconsin is $31.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 8.1% below 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $49,320 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,880.