Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $47,610 -3.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.89
10th percentile $30,950
90th percentile $57,840
Employed locally 90
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,950
    25th
    $39,440
    50th (median)
    $47,610
    75th
    $54,330
    90th
    $57,840

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $36,960
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $29,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $60,750
    Agricultural Inspectors $49,940
    Log Graders and Scalers $37,090

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Central Pennsylvania is $22.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Central Pennsylvania is 3.3% below 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $30,950 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,440.