Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $56,080 +14% vs national
Median hourly $26.96
10th percentile $45,360
90th percentile $60,590
Employed locally 150
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,360
    25th
    $48,210
    50th (median)
    $56,080
    75th
    $59,710
    90th
    $60,590

    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 Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $31,700
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $33,550
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $30,490
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $47,030
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $39,720
    Agricultural Workers, All Other $38,800

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Eastern Oregon is $26.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Eastern Oregon is 14% 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $45,360 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,210.