Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $64,590 +31.3% vs national
Median hourly $31.05
10th percentile $56,860
90th percentile $78,250
Employed locally 90
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,860
    25th
    $59,290
    50th (median)
    $64,590
    75th
    $74,260
    90th
    $78,250

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $35,550
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $34,570
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $37,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $64,100
    Agricultural Inspectors $39,660
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $37,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Eastern Washington is $31.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.77 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Eastern Washington is 31.3% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $56,860 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,290.