Log Graders and Scalers Salary in South Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,630 -17.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.57
10th percentile $20,810
90th percentile $45,550
Employed locally 30
National median $46,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,810
    25th
    $34,720
    50th (median)
    $38,630
    75th
    $41,620
    90th
    $45,550

    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 South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators$44,580
    Agricultural Equipment Operators$34,490
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse$28,380
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products$33,060
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers$76,960
    Agricultural Inspectors$44,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Log Graders and Scalers make per hour in South Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in South Georgia is $18.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.90 or more per hour.

    Is South Georgia above or below average for Log Graders and Scalers salaries?

    The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in South Georgia is 17.3% below 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 South Georgia?

    Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $20,810 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,720.