Log Graders and Scalers Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,960 +30.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.31
10th percentile $46,590
90th percentile $94,130
Employed locally 50
National median $46,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,590
    25th
    $59,160
    50th (median)
    $60,960
    75th
    $62,570
    90th
    $94,130

    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
    Washington $59,670

    Related occupations in Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators $60,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $48,970
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $36,330
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $49,680
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $41,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Log Graders and Scalers make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in Northwestern Idaho is $29.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.18 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Log Graders and Scalers salaries?

    The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in Northwestern Idaho is 30.5% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $46,590 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,160.