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Forester Salary in Nashua, New Hampshire

The median forester salary in Nashua, NH is $70,169 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 4.8% above the New Hampshire state average.

City Median
$70,169
vs State Avg
+$3,189
vs National
+$6,379
Cost of Living
110%

Forester Salary in Nashua by Experience

In Nashua, an entry-level forester earns around $48,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $104,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$48,400
+$4,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$71,500
+$6,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$104,500
+$9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nashua, NH

Percentile Nashua
10th Percentile $46,200
25th Percentile $56,100
Median (50th) $70,169
75th Percentile $90,200
90th Percentile $112,200

Forester Salary in Other New Hampshire Cities

Manchester, NH
$67,617
Pop. 115,644
Dover, NH
$66,342
Pop. 32,741
Concord, NH
$65,066
Pop. 43,976
Rochester, NH
$62,514
Pop. 31,366

How to Become a Forester in Nashua

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Nashua and the surrounding New Hampshire 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 Nashua may vary based on local industry and population growth.