Forest and Conservation Technicians pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for forest and conservation technicians is $27.67 an hour ($57,550 a year). About 1,040 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($54,560). Colorado ranks 9th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for forest and conservation technicians in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.61 | $44,950 |
| 25% of workers | $23.81 | $49,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.67 | $57,550 |
| 75% of workers | $34.33 | $71,410 |
| 90% of workers | $40.46 | $84,150 |
Forest and Conservation Technicians pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $63,650 | 50 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $61,820 | 110 |
| Colorado Springs | $58,590 | 90 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $58,450 | 160 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for forest and conservation technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: -2.1% over ten years, declining · about 3,800 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Biological Technicians | $59,400 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $63,760 |
| Chemical Technicians | $63,770 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $60,930 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $84,010 |
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