Log Graders and Scalers Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,780 +19.4% vs national
Median hourly $26.82
10th percentile $53,730
90th percentile $70,990
Employed locally 70
National median $46,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,730
    25th
    $53,730
    50th (median)
    $55,780
    75th
    $69,100
    90th
    $70,990

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Logging Equipment Operators $73,190
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $37,610
    Logging Workers, All Other $65,770
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $49,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $69,240
    Forest and Conservation Workers $38,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Log Graders and Scalers make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Log Graders and Scalers in Western Washington is $26.82, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.04 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Log Graders and Scalers salaries?

    The median Log Graders and Scalers salary in Western Washington is 19.4% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Log Graders and Scalers (10th percentile) earn around $53,730 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,730.