Log Graders and Scalers Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,140 +0.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.67
10th percentile $45,130
90th percentile $52,010
Employed locally 40
National median $46,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,130
    25th
    $45,130
    50th (median)
    $47,140
    75th
    $49,950
    90th
    $52,010

    Top-paying metros for Log Graders and Scalers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area $63,030
    Oregon $62,860
    Idaho $62,000
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $61,240
    Longview-Kelso, WA $61,030
    Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area $60,960

    Related occupations in Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators $56,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $62,430
    Forest and Conservation Workers $38,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Log Graders and Scalers make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in Central Louisiana is $22.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.00 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Log Graders and Scalers salaries?

    The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in Central Louisiana is 0.9% above the national median of $46,710. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Log Graders and Scalers in Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $45,130 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,130.