Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Eastern Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,520 +27% vs national
Median hourly $30.06
10th percentile $34,040
90th percentile $67,620
Employed locally 370
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,040
    25th
    $49,500
    50th (median)
    $62,520
    75th
    $64,030
    90th
    $67,620

    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
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $74,400
    Washington $74,400

    Related occupations in Eastern Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products$34,110
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals$32,910
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse$29,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Eastern Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Eastern Region of Texas is $30.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.89 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Region of Texas above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Eastern Region of Texas is 27% 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 Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $34,040 per year in Eastern Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,500.