How much does a forest and conservation worker make in California?
$43,680a year
Median yearly pay for forest and conservation workers in California. That is $21.00 an hour or $3,640 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.00
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 27
- Jobs in the state
- 2,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,080Median: $43,680Highest 10%: $45,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,080 | $17.35 | |
| 25th | $43,680 | $21.00 | |
| Median | $43,680 | $21.00 | |
| 75th | $43,680 | $21.00 | |
| 90th | $45,760 | $22.00 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $43,680 |
| Oxnard, CA | $43,680 |
| Riverside, CA | $43,680 |
| Sacramento, CA | $43,680 |
| Salinas, CA | $43,680 |
| San Diego, CA | $43,680 |
| San Francisco, CA | $36,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for forest and conservation workers.
| 8. Oregon | $46,010 |
| 9. Washington | $44,430 |
| 10. South Carolina | $44,050 |
| 11. California | $43,680 |
| 12. New Jersey | $41,600 |
| 13. Tennessee | $40,320 |
| 14. Louisiana | $39,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forest and conservation worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $21.00 ($43,680 a year).
Do forest and conservation workers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $43,680 against $43,680 nationally, 0% more.
Where does California rank for forest and conservation worker pay?
California ranks 11 of 27 states.
Which city in California pays forest and conservation workers the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $43,680 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.