Foresters Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,240 +13.6% vs national
Median hourly $38.58
10th percentile $60,660
90th percentile $128,040
Employed locally 30
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,660
    25th
    $69,600
    50th (median)
    $80,240
    75th
    $110,870
    90th
    $128,040

    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 Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$62,030
    Biological Technicians$47,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,360
    School Psychologists$73,330
    Biological Scientists, All Other$78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$122,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Southwest New York is $38.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.56 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Southwest New York is 13.6% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $60,660 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $69,600.