Foresters Salary in West South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,570 -11.4% vs national
Median hourly $30.08
10th percentile $48,170
90th percentile $74,960
Employed locally 30
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,170
    25th
    $53,250
    50th (median)
    $62,570
    75th
    $69,950
    90th
    $74,960

    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 West South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists$72,550
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,950
    Urban and Regional Planners$68,430
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$67,000
    Biological Scientists, All Other$79,790
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$64,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in West South Dakota is $30.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.28 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in West South Dakota is 11.4% 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 West South Dakota?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $48,170 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,250.