Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Central Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,060 +18% vs national
Median hourly $27.91
10th percentile $48,700
90th percentile $67,710
Employed locally 60
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,700
    25th
    $51,640
    50th (median)
    $58,060
    75th
    $60,580
    90th
    $67,710

    Top-paying metros for Logging Equipment Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bellingham, WA $78,810
    Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA $75,140
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $75,060
    Longview-Kelso, WA $74,840
    Washington $74,400
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $74,400

    Related occupations in Central Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $35,340
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $35,230
    Agricultural Inspectors $48,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Central Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Central Oregon is $27.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.79 or more per hour.

    Is Central Oregon above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Central Oregon is 18% above the national median of $49,210. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Logging Equipment Operators in Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $48,700 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,640.