How much does a forester make in Colorado?
$76,400a year
Median yearly pay for foresters in Colorado. That is $36.73 an hour or $6,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.73
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,090Median: $76,400Highest 10%: $97,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,090 | $25.04 | |
| 25th | $64,190 | $30.86 | |
| Median | $76,400 | $36.73 | |
| 75th | $85,180 | $40.95 | |
| 90th | $97,410 | $46.83 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $69,010 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $66,110 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foresters.
| 15. North Carolina | $77,870 |
| 16. Georgia | $76,970 |
| 17. Minnesota | $76,490 |
| 18. Colorado | $76,400 |
| 19. Michigan | $75,920 |
| 20. Utah | $75,210 |
| 21. District of Columbia | $74,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forester make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $36.73 ($76,400 a year).
Do foresters make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $76,400 against $76,400 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Colorado rank for forester pay?
Colorado ranks 18 of 44 states.
Which city in Colorado pays foresters the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $69,010 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.