As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Forest Engineer in Saint Louis, MO is $73,608, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,416 weekly, or $6,134 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 Saint Louis, MO vary widely, spanning from $61,798 to $88,039. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,426) and 75th percentile ($81,162), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,039 per year. This $13,736 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, Saint Louis Forest Engineer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Saint Louis currently ranks 497 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 $61,798 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $67,426 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $73,608 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $81,162 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Forest Engineer Salary $88,039 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
25% $67,426 10% $61,798 90% $88,039 75% $81,162 $73,608 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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