Forest Ranger Salary

How much does a Forest Ranger make? The average Forest Ranger salary is $43,743 as of October 28, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $39,216 and $48,785. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Forest Ranger Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Forest Ranger between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of October 28, 2020. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Forest Ranger in each city.

Forest Ranger Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $54,679
Washington, DC $48,694
Miami, FL $42,584
Chicago, IL $46,406
Boston, MA $49,285
New York, NY $52,623
Dallas, TX $43,458
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Average Salary Range for Forest Ranger

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
39216
48785
43743

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
39915
50013
44573
What is the average salary for Forest Ranger in 2020?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Forest Ranger in the United States. The base salary for Forest Ranger ranges from $39,216 to $48,785 with the average base salary of $43,743. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,915 to $50,013 with the average total cash compensation of $44,573.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $43,743 $39,216 - $48,785
Bonus $830 $699 - $1,228
Total Pay $44,573 $39,915 - $50,013
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Forest Ranger

What's the difference between Ranger and Forest Ranger?
According to our latest salary estimation on October 28, 2020. The average salary of Forest Ranger is $43,743, and the average salary of Ranger is $36,715. The average salary of Ranger is lower than Forest Ranger. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
I am a Forest Ranger, which location’s salary is higher, Barnstable, MA or New Britain, CT?
New Britain, CT typically sees higher pay than Barnstable, MA for Forest Ranger. a Forest Ranger Salary in New Britain, CT is $47,243 as of October 28, 2020; a Forest Ranger Salary in Barnstable, MA is $46,128 as of October 28, 2020. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )

Forest Ranger Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Forest Ranger vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Forest Ranger?
Salary ranges for a Forest Ranger can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )
How the Pay Factors Influence Your Pay?
Salaries are ultimately dictated by the position being applied to, and hiring company, but there are several important pay factors that come into play based on your individual history that could impact your value to the company. Salary.com's Personal Salary Report will analyze these factors for you to help you maximize your earning potential. ( 2020-10-28 salary.com )

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Last Update: October 28, 2020