As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forest Engineer in Houston, TX is $76,046, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,462 weekly, or $6,337 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Forest Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Forest Engineer in Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $63,844 to $90,955. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,659) and 75th percentile ($83,850), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,955 per year. This $14,191 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Design Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Houston Forest Engineer often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 statewide for Forest Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Forest Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $63,844 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $69,659 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $76,046 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $83,850 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $90,955 Houston, TX April 01, 2026
25% $69,659 10% $63,844 90% $90,955 75% $83,850 $76,046 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Forest Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forest Engineer in Houston, TX. The base salary for Forest Engineer ranges from $69,659 to $83,850 with the average base salary of $76,046. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,093 to $91,398 with the average total cash compensation of $80,307.

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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