Logging Equipment Operators Salary in North Georgia

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

Median annual salary $47,820 -2.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.99
10th percentile $30,420
90th percentile $64,700
Employed locally 130
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,420
    25th
    $37,820
    50th (median)
    $47,820
    75th
    $61,590
    90th
    $64,700

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $37,280
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $30,320
    Agricultural Inspectors $37,280
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $37,390
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $67,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in North Georgia is $22.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.35 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in North Georgia is 2.8% 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 Georgia?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $30,420 per year in North Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,820.