How much does a logging equipment operator make in Alabama?
$47,810a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Alabama. That is $22.99 an hour or $3,984 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.99
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,180Median: $47,810Highest 10%: $65,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,180 | $14.03 | |
| 25th | $37,390 | $17.98 | |
| Median | $47,810 | $22.99 | |
| 75th | $59,420 | $28.57 | |
| 90th | $65,560 | $31.52 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Florence, AL | $49,990 |
| Birmingham, AL | $48,600 |
| Columbus, GA | $46,760 |
| Montgomery, AL | $46,690 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $46,510 |
| Auburn, AL | $45,430 |
| Anniston, AL | $45,150 |
| Dothan, AL | $37,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 18. Massachusetts | $48,960 |
| 19. North Carolina | $48,420 |
| 20. Arkansas | $48,280 |
| 21. Alabama | $47,810 |
| 22. South Carolina | $47,650 |
| 23. Michigan | $47,610 |
| 24. New York | $47,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $22.99 ($47,810 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $47,810 against $49,740 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Alabama rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Alabama ranks 21 of 36 states.
Which city in Alabama pays logging equipment operators the most?
Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL, with a median of $49,990 a year.
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.