Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,220 +14.2% vs national
Median hourly $27.03
10th percentile $47,540
90th percentile $65,260
Employed locally 50
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,540
    25th
    $48,530
    50th (median)
    $56,220
    75th
    $57,130
    90th
    $65,260

    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $37,110
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $73,770
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $41,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Logging Equipment Operators make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Southwest Montana is $27.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.48 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Logging Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Southwest Montana is 14.2% above 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $47,540 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,530.