Foresters Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,210 -13.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.43
10th percentile $47,900
90th percentile $77,940
Employed locally 170
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,900
    25th
    $51,190
    50th (median)
    $61,210
    75th
    $69,780
    90th
    $77,940

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $55,810
    Biological Scientists, All Other $86,940
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,270
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $58,260
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $79,300
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $39,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Northwestern Idaho is $29.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.10 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Northwestern Idaho is 13.4% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $47,900 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,190.