Logging Equipment Operators Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,090 +26.2% vs national
Median hourly $29.85
10th percentile $56,900
90th percentile $72,810
Employed locally 250
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,900
    25th
    $61,870
    50th (median)
    $62,090
    75th
    $69,580
    90th
    $72,810

    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 Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $37,440
    Forest and Conservation Workers $43,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $63,300
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $44,280
    Logging Workers, All Other $49,290
    Fallers $61,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in North Coast Region of California is $29.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.97 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in North Coast Region of California is 26.2% 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 North Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $56,900 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,870.