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Forester Salary in Aurora, Colorado

The median forester salary in Aurora, CO is $66,980 per year, which is 5.0% above the national median and 0.0% above the Colorado state average.

City Median
$66,980
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
+$3,190
Cost of Living
105%

Forester Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level forester earns around $46,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $99,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 105% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,200
+$2,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$68,250
+$3,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$99,750
+$4,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, CO

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $44,100
25th Percentile $53,550
Median (50th) $66,980
75th Percentile $86,100
90th Percentile $107,100

Forester Salary in Other Colorado Cities

Boulder, CO
$81,651
Pop. 105,673
Denver, CO
$71,445
Pop. 715,522
Fort Collins, CO
$67,617
Pop. 169,810
Colorado Springs, CO
$63,790
Pop. 478,961

How to Become a Forester in Aurora

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Aurora and the surrounding Colorado area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Forest ManagementGIS/GPSTimber CruisingEcologyFire ManagementEnvironmental Law

Job Outlook

Nationally, forester employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.