Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,280 -8% vs national
Median hourly $21.77
10th percentile $31,150
90th percentile $64,130
Employed locally 80
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,150
    25th
    $37,920
    50th (median)
    $45,280
    75th
    $52,160
    90th
    $64,130

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $37,360
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $46,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Southern Indiana is $21.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.94 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Southern Indiana is 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $31,150 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,920.