Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,320 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.23
10th percentile $36,400
90th percentile $64,160
Employed locally 70
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,400
    25th
    $47,500
    50th (median)
    $48,320
    75th
    $49,020
    90th
    $64,160

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $33,800
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $47,860
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $28,840
    Forest and Conservation Workers $42,470
    Log Graders and Scalers $50,030
    Agricultural Inspectors $45,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Northeastern Wisconsin is $23.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.85 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 1.8% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,400 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,500.