Foresters Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $85,690 +21.3% vs national
Median hourly $41.20
10th percentile $62,630
90th percentile $100,670
Employed locally 40
National median $70,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,630
    25th
    $66,360
    50th (median)
    $85,690
    75th
    $96,100
    90th
    $100,670

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians$47,710
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$74,580
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$50,650
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$61,810
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$69,250
    Urban and Regional Planners$62,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Foresters make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Foresters in Western North Carolina is $41.20, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.40 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Foresters salaries?

    The median Foresters salary in Western North Carolina is 21.3% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Foresters (10th percentile) earn around $62,630 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,360.