How much does a log grader and scaler make in California?
$56,670a year
Median yearly pay for log grader and scalers in California. That is $27.25 an hour or $4,723 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.25
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 25
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,570Median: $56,670Highest 10%: $62,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,570 | $17.58 | |
| 25th | $49,030 | $23.57 | |
| Median | $56,670 | $27.25 | |
| 75th | $58,770 | $28.25 | |
| 90th | $62,780 | $30.18 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for log grader and scalers.
| 1. Washington | $61,580 |
| 2. Oregon | $60,250 |
| 3. Idaho | $57,620 |
| 4. California | $56,670 |
| 5. Michigan | $51,810 |
| 6. Maine | $50,180 |
| 7. Ohio | $49,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a log grader and scaler make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $27.25 ($56,670 a year).
Do log grader and scalers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $56,670 against $46,330 nationally, 22% more.
Where does California rank for log grader and scaler pay?
California ranks 4 of 25 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.