Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $46,540 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $22.38
10th percentile $34,670
90th percentile $66,390
Employed locally 50
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,670
    25th
    $35,710
    50th (median)
    $46,540
    75th
    $51,180
    90th
    $66,390

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $31,020
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $37,140
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $61,920
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $38,210
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $39,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Northeast Virginia is $22.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.95 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Northeast Virginia is 5.4% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $34,670 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,710.