How much does a forest and conservation technician make in Virginia?
$49,960a year
Median yearly pay for forest and conservation technicians in Virginia. That is $24.02 an hour or $4,163 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.02
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,660Median: $49,960Highest 10%: $75,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,660 | $18.59 | |
| 25th | $41,660 | $20.03 | |
| Median | $49,960 | $24.02 | |
| 75th | $60,320 | $29.00 | |
| 90th | $75,130 | $36.12 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $66,930 |
| Richmond, VA | $38,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forest and conservation technicians.
| 33. New Hampshire | $51,630 |
| 34. Georgia | $50,710 |
| 35. Hawaii | $50,040 |
| 36. Virginia | $49,960 |
| 37. Ohio | $48,840 |
| 38. Indiana | $48,660 |
| 39. North Carolina | $48,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forest and conservation technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $24.02 ($49,960 a year).
Do forest and conservation technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $49,960 against $54,560 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Virginia rank for forest and conservation technician pay?
Virginia ranks 36 of 45 states.
Which city in Virginia pays forest and conservation technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $66,930 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.