Agriculture & Environment Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Forester Salary in Ohio

The median forester salary in Ohio is $57,411 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $63,790.

Median Salary

$57,411

vs National

$-6,379

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Forester Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level forester earns around $39,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$39,600

$-4,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$58,500

$-6,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
25th Percentile	$45,900	$51,000	$-5,100
Median (50th)	$57,411	$63,790	$-6,379
75th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200
90th Percentile	$91,800	$102,000	$-10,200

Forester Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for foresters in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$60,601

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$54,859

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$57,411

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$52,308

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$53,584

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Forester in Ohio

Education

Most forester positions require a bachelor's degree. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Forest ManagementGIS/GPSTimber CruisingEcologyFire ManagementEnvironmental Law

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, forester employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.