Do Tree Planters Make Money

In 2019 the average daily earnings for experienced planters is $ 362.15. The average daily earnings for all planters including rookies is $ 291.96. … An experienced planter can potentially earn upwards of $ 20,000 over a 50-55 day season.

How much do professional tree planters make?

Annual SalaryWeekly PayTop Earners$52,000$1,00075th Percentile$41,000$788Average$36,974$71125th Percentile$28,500$548

How are tree planters are compensated?

Besides the physical challenges, tree planting is seasonal work, and there are no benefits or guaranteed hours and wages. Planters get compensated by the number of trees they get into the ground. They’re paid anywhere from a dime to 28 cents per tree, depending on the type of terrain they are working in.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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