How much does a Logging Equipment Operators make in California?
Last updated: 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Drive logging tractor or wheeled vehicle equipped with one or more accessories, such as bulldozer blade, frontal shear, grapple, logging arch, cable winches, hoisting rack, or crane boom, to fell tree; to skid, load, unload, or stack logs; or to pull stumps or clear brush. Includes operating stand-alone logging machines, such as log chippers.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Logging Equipment Operators in California range from $51,150 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $74,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $59,550 and $70,550.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $51,150 | $24.59 | $4,262 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,550 | $28.63 | $4,962 |
| Median (50th) | $62,000 | $29.81 | $5,166 |
| 75th Percentile | $70,550 | $33.92 | $5,879 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $74,360 | $35.75 | $6,196 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $63,200 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2024 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS