Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,330 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.27
10th percentile $35,470
90th percentile $62,040
Employed locally 190
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,470
    25th
    $44,720
    50th (median)
    $46,330
    75th
    $58,140
    90th
    $62,040

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse$35,520
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals$33,010
    Fallers$38,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Northern Michigan is $22.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.40 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Northern Michigan is 5.9% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $35,470 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,720.