Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Northeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,150 -0.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.63
10th percentile $31,050
90th percentile $58,550
Employed locally 140
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,050
    25th
    $48,360
    50th (median)
    $49,150
    75th
    $56,340
    90th
    $58,550

    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

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Northeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Northeast Minnesota is $23.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.68 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Minnesota above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Northeast Minnesota is 0.1% 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $31,050 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,360.