How much does a forester make in Connecticut?
$84,820a year
Median yearly pay for foresters in Connecticut. That is $40.78 an hour or $7,068 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.78
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,400Median: $84,820Highest 10%: $98,730
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,400 | $34.33 | |
| 25th | $82,310 | $39.57 | |
| Median | $84,820 | $40.78 | |
| 75th | $91,530 | $44.00 | |
| 90th | $98,730 | $47.47 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Hartford, CT | $86,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for foresters.
| 3. Alaska | $87,210 |
| 4. South Carolina | $86,780 |
| 5. Maryland | $86,100 |
| 6. Connecticut | $84,820 |
| 7. Iowa | $83,000 |
| 8. Illinois | $82,160 |
| 9. Oregon | $81,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a forester make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $40.78 ($84,820 a year).
Do foresters make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $84,820 against $76,400 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for forester pay?
Connecticut ranks 6 of 44 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays foresters the most?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT, with a median of $86,060 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.