How much does a forester make in Alabama?
$79,530a year
Median yearly pay for foresters in Alabama. That is $38.24 an hour or $6,628 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.24
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,240Median: $79,530Highest 10%: $95,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,240 | $24.15 | |
| 25th | $60,040 | $28.87 | |
| Median | $79,530 | $38.24 | |
| 75th | $87,050 | $41.85 | |
| 90th | $95,400 | $45.87 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Birmingham, AL | $87,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foresters.
| 9. Oregon | $81,450 |
| 10. Vermont | $80,750 |
| 11. Texas | $80,370 |
| 12. Alabama | $79,530 |
| 13. Washington | $78,460 |
| 14. Pennsylvania | $78,280 |
| 15. North Carolina | $77,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forester make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $38.24 ($79,530 a year).
Do foresters make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $79,530 against $76,400 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Alabama rank for forester pay?
Alabama ranks 12 of 44 states.
Which city in Alabama pays foresters the most?
Birmingham, AL, with a median of $87,050 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.