How much does a logging equipment operator make in Georgia?
$45,080a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Georgia. That is $21.67 an hour or $3,757 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.67
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,560Median: $45,080Highest 10%: $74,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,560 | $16.13 | |
| 25th | $37,280 | $17.92 | |
| Median | $45,080 | $21.67 | |
| 75th | $60,540 | $29.11 | |
| 90th | $74,520 | $35.83 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Brunswick, GA | $50,060 |
| Columbus, GA | $46,760 |
| Augusta, GA | $46,260 |
| Macon, GA | $45,490 |
| Valdosta, GA | $45,490 |
| Atlanta, GA | $39,020 |
| Savannah, GA | $35,030 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 28. Indiana | $46,320 |
| 29. Tennessee | $46,310 |
| 30. Virginia | $46,090 |
| 31. Georgia | $45,080 |
| 32. Maine | $44,780 |
| 33. Missouri | $41,770 |
| 34. Oklahoma | $37,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $21.67 ($45,080 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $45,080 against $49,740 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Georgia rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Georgia ranks 31 of 36 states.
Which city in Georgia pays logging equipment operators the most?
Brunswick-St. Simons, GA, with a median of $50,060 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.