Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $44,040 -10.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.17
10th percentile $29,240
90th percentile $55,430
Employed locally 80
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,240
    25th
    $30,430
    50th (median)
    $44,040
    75th
    $52,190
    90th
    $55,430

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse$34,630
    Agricultural Equipment Operators$48,940
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals$28,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Southern Ohio is $21.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Southern Ohio is 10.5% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $29,240 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,430.