Log Graders and Scalers Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,530 -4.7% vs national

Median hourly $21.41

10th percentile $36,880

90th percentile $54,430

Employed locally 40

National median $46,710

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Log Graders and Scalers

Southwestern Pennsylvania

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$36,880

25th

$37,180

50th (median)

$44,530

75th

$48,530

90th

$54,430

Top-paying metros for Log Graders and Scalers

Metro area	Median 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

Occupation	Median salary
Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse	$33,960

Frequently asked questions

How much do Log Graders and Scalers make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $21.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.17 or more per hour.

Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Log Graders and Scalers salaries?

The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 4.7% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $36,880 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,180.