Log Graders and Scalers Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $51,900 +11.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.95
10th percentile $36,340
90th percentile $60,480
Employed locally 40
National median $46,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,340
    25th
    $49,290
    50th (median)
    $51,900
    75th
    $52,850
    90th
    $60,480

    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 Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators $45,450
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $31,930
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $62,680
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $40,480

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in Southwest Maine is $24.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in Southwest Maine is 11.1% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $36,340 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,290.