Log Graders and Scalers Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,800 -4.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.54
10th percentile $32,800
90th percentile $59,790
Employed locally 50
National median $46,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,800
    25th
    $36,150
    50th (median)
    $44,800
    75th
    $56,160
    90th
    $59,790

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators $48,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $75,880
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $29,720
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $27,920
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $32,400
    Fallers $57,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Log Graders and Scalers make per hour in Southwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in Southwest Alabama is $21.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.74 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Alabama above or below average for Log Graders and Scalers salaries?

    The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in Southwest Alabama is 4.1% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $32,800 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,150.