25 Series · SOC 25-1043

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary Salary

National pay, percentile range, growth outlook, and state-by-state detail from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey (May 2025).

$101,420
Median / year
$148,920
Top 10% earn
+4%
Growth '23–'33
1,520
US workers

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median of $101,420 per year.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey, the median annual wage is $101,420, based on the most recent survey of employers. Reported pay ranges from $50,100 (10th percentile) to $148,920 (90th percentile) nationally, across roughly 1,520 US workers. Michigan pays the most ($138,130), since pay varies by state and metro area.

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The pay verdict

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median of $101,420, putting them among the better-paid US occupations and higher than 84% of the 825 occupations with a published BLS median. Within Educational Instruction and Library, it ranks #6 of 64 by median pay. Employment is projected to grow 4% by 2033.

$101,420
Median annual wage
Top 16%
of 825 US occupations with published wages
#6 of 64
in Educational Instruction and Library
3.0×
90th-to-10th pay spread

Highest-paying state: Michigan at $138,130. Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary (SOC 25-1043) pays a national median of $101,420 per year according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey released in May 2025. Full-range compensation stretches from $50,100 at the 10th percentile to $148,920 at the 90th, with a mean of $102,450 indicating a right-skew where top earners pull the average above the midpoint. An estimated 1,520 Americans work in this occupation across 16 reporting states and 1 metro areas.

BLS Employment Projections forecast a +4% change in employment from 2024 to 2034, which the agency classifies as about average relative to the 5% all-occupations baseline. About 100 openings are projected per year, combining new positions with replacement needs from retirements and occupation-switchers. Typical entry-level preparation is Doctoral or professional degree. The BLS Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) and Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII) produce a workplace-safety grade of A for this role, with a fatality rate of 0.3 per 100,000 and injury rate of 0.8 per 100.

Geographic variation matters as much as the headline median. Michigan pays the highest state median at $138,130, which is +36% above the national figure. The top metro is Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI at $101,420 - metro premiums typically reflect higher cost of living, industry concentration, or specialized employer demand. When using this page for negotiation or career planning, pair the national median with the state and metro rows below, remember that BLS wages exclude benefits, bonuses, and overtime, and revisit after each May OEWS release since percentiles shift with cost-of-living cycles and industry demand. See our methodology for exactly how these figures are sourced, computed, and verified.

BLS OEWS May 2025 1,520 jobs Median $101,420/yr

Median Salary

$101,420

per year

Median Hourly

N/A

per hour

Mean Salary

$102,450

average

Employment

1,520

jobs nationwide

How does this pay compare nationally?

Where Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary pay sits nationally

Median annual wage vs. 825 detailed BLS occupations with a published median

$101,420 Top 16% higher than 84% of 825 US occupations

$0–$20,000: 0 US occupations (0%). Below this entry. $20,000–$40,000: 98 US occupations (12%). Below this entry. $40,000–$60,000: 298 US occupations (36%). Below this entry. $60,000–$80,000: 209 US occupations (25%). Below this entry. $80,000–$100,000: 82 US occupations (10%). Below this entry. $100,000–$120,000: 58 US occupations (7%). This entry sits in this band. $120,000–$140,000: 32 US occupations (4%). Above this entry. $140,000–$160,000: 14 US occupations (2%). Above this entry. $160,000–$180,000: 9 US occupations (1%). Above this entry. $180,000–$200,000: 25 US occupations (3%). Above this entry. This job $0 $200,000 every BLS occupation, bucketed by value

Each bar is a $20K-wide band; taller bars hold more US occupations. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS · May 2025

Does this job pay well and grow?

Each dot is a 25-series occupation, placed by projected 2024–2034 growth and median pay. The highlighted dot is Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary; the upper-right quadrant is the sweet spot (high pay + fast growth).

Among 25 25-series occupations with growth data, Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary sits on the slower-growing side at +4% growth and $101,420 median pay.

Among 25 25-series occupations with growth data, Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary sits on the slower-growing side at +4% growth and $101,420 median pay. Scatter plot of 25 data points. $20000$40000$60000$80000$100000$120000 -5%0%5%10%15%20% Projected growth 2024–2034 (%) Median annual wage
Among 25 25-series occupations with growth data, Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary sits on the slower-growing side at +4% growth and $101,420 median pay.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS (wages, May 2025) and Employment Projections (2024–2034).

Job Outlook (2024–2034)

Projected Growth

+4%

About average

Annual Openings

100

per year (projected)

Typical Education

Doctoral or professional degree

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034

Workplace Safety

All safety ratings →
A

Very Safe

Safety Grade (BLS 2023)

Fatality Rate

0.3/100K

Injury Rate

0.8/100

Danger Index

3.4/100

Source: BLS Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) & Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII), 2023

Career Intelligence

Skills, knowledge, and tasks most important for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary roles, ranked by importance. Source: O*NET.

Top Skills

Instructing 4.3
Reading Comprehension 4.1
Writing 4.1
Learning Strategies 4.1
Active Listening 4.0
Speaking 4.0
Active Learning 4.0
Critical Thinking 3.9
Monitoring 3.9
Complex Problem Solving 3.9

Knowledge Areas

English Language 4.8
Education and Training 4.8
Mathematics 4.3
Biology 4.0
Computers and Electronics 3.9
Geography 3.5
Personnel and Human Resources 3.4
Administrative 3.1
Administration and Management 3.1
Communications and Media 2.9

Key Tasks

  • ▸ Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • ▸ Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics, such as forest resource policy, forest pathology, and mapping.
  • ▸ Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  • ▸ Supervise students' laboratory or field work.
  • ▸ Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  • ▸ Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  • ▸ Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
  • ▸ Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
  • ▸ Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
  • ▸ Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

Source: O*NET Online, National Center for O*NET Development. Data represents typical importance ratings for this occupation.

Salary Range

Annual Salary Distribution

$50,100$77,440$101,420$126,930$148,920
10th pct25thMedian75th90th pct

Hourly Rate Distribution

10th Percentile

$50,100

25th Percentile

$77,440

Median

$101,420

75th Percentile

$126,930

90th Percentile

$148,920

Salary by State

Highest Paying States

1. Michigan $138,130 2. Virginia $132,820 3. Oregon $126,930 4. Arizona $115,730 5. North Carolina $108,430

Lowest Paying States

12. California $61,730 13. Missouri $79,820 14. Alabama $80,380 15. Maine $82,280 16. Minnesota $82,670
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# State Median Salary vs National
1 Michigan $138,130 +36% above national
2 Virginia $132,820 +31% above national
3 Oregon $126,930 +25% above national
4 Arizona $115,730 +14% above national
5 North Carolina $108,430 +7% above national
6 Washington $104,490 +3% above national
7 Montana $104,220 +3% above national
8 Indiana $102,330 +1% above national
9 Wisconsin $98,410 3% below national
10 Georgia $94,310 7% below national
11 West Virginia $84,450 17% below national
12 Minnesota $82,670 18% below national
13 Maine $82,280 19% below national
14 Alabama $80,380 21% below national
15 Missouri $79,820 21% below national
16 California $61,730 39% below national

Salary by Metro Area

Highest Paying Metros

1. Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $101,420

Lowest Paying Metros

-3. Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $101,420
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# Metro Area Median Salary vs National
1 Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $101,420 same as national

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary make? ▼
The median annual salary for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary is $101,420 ($N/A/hour). The salary range spans from $50,100 at the 10th percentile to $148,920 at the 90th percentile.
What state pays Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary the most? ▼
Michigan pays the highest median salary for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary at $138,130/year, which is +36% above the national median.
What education do you need to become a Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary? ▼
The typical entry-level education for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary is Doctoral or professional degree.
How dangerous is being a Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary? ▼
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary has a safety grade of A (Very Safe) based on BLS data. The fatality rate is 0.3 per 100,000 workers and the injury rate is 0.8 per 100 workers.
Is Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary a good career? ▼
Employment for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary is projected to grow 4% from 2024 to 2034, which is about average. About 100 openings are projected each year.
How does Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary pay vary by state? ▼
Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary salaries vary significantly by state. The highest-paying state is Michigan at $138,130/year, while Minnesota pays the least at $82,670/year. BLS data covers 16 states and territories.
Which metro areas pay the most for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary? ▼
The highest-paying metro area for Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary is Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI at $101,420/year. BLS reports wage data for 1 metro areas for this occupation, with pay varying based on local demand and cost of living.

What to do with this data

How to use Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary pay figures in a real decision

  • For an experienced offer, anchor on the 75th percentile (about $126,930/year), not the median. The median marks the middle worker; the upper quartile is the realistic target with strong experience. Salary calculator
  • Location moves pay significantly: Michigan leads at $138,130/year for this role. Weigh state pay against local cost of living before relocating or negotiating remote. Pay by state
  • Compare this occupation against similar roles before you decide, so you are reading the pay band in context rather than in isolation. Compare jobs

These are BLS survey estimates for the occupation, not a salary offer or a prediction for any individual. Your pay depends on experience, employer, exact role, and location.

Data as of May 2025. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 annual release. Employment projections from BLS Employment Projections program, 2024–2034. Data reflects cross-industry estimates for all ownership types.

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