Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $48,650 -1.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.39
10th percentile $46,570
90th percentile $58,330
Employed locally 40
National median $49,210

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,570
    25th
    $47,410
    50th (median)
    $48,650
    75th
    $49,070
    90th
    $58,330

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $35,450
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $46,550
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $34,180
    Forest and Conservation Workers $35,020

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Logging Equipment Operators in Western Wisconsin is $23.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Logging Equipment Operators salary in Western Wisconsin is 1.1% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Logging Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $46,570 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,410.