Foresters

Median annual earnings of foresters were $67,330 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Salaries ranged from less than $46,700 for the lowest paid 10 percent to more than $98,590 for the highest paid 10 percent. Fifty percent of foresters earned between $55,520 and $82,120. Foresters working for state government agencies earned an average salary of $65,540, while those who were employed by local government agencies earned $72,970. Those who were employed by the logging industry earned $70,700. Whether working for private industry or federal, state, or local governments, foresters' salaries depend on the number of years of education and their experience in the field.

Workers in this industry usually receive a benefits package that includes health insurance, paid vacations, and sick leave.