Foresters Salary in Northwest Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,750 +15.7% vs national
Median hourly $39.30
10th percentile $46,800
90th percentile $99,600
Employed locally 30
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,800
    25th
    $59,950
    50th (median)
    $81,750
    75th
    $99,600
    90th
    $99,600

    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 Northwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$66,640
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$66,210
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$53,910
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$90,940
    Biological Technicians$39,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Northwest Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Northwest Virginia is $39.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.55 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Virginia above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Northwest Virginia is 15.7% 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 Northwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $46,800 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,950.