Logging Equipment Operators Salary in North Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $46,820 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.51
10th percentile $33,030
90th percentile $61,190
Employed locally 60
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,030
    25th
    $42,540
    50th (median)
    $46,820
    75th
    $48,880
    90th
    $61,190

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $29,500
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $39,980
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $33,030
    Forest and Conservation Workers $40,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in North Central Tennessee is $22.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in North Central Tennessee is 4.9% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $33,030 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,540.