Foresters Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,760 -2.7% vs national
Median hourly $33.06
10th percentile $48,860
90th percentile $91,060
Employed locally 30
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,860
    25th
    $56,850
    50th (median)
    $68,760
    75th
    $74,960
    90th
    $91,060

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $71,830
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,730
    School Psychologists $88,080
    Chemists $78,990
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $63,080
    Biological Technicians $40,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Southern Ohio is $33.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.28 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Southern Ohio is 2.7% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $48,860 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,850.