How much does a logging equipment operator make in Idaho?
$56,490a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Idaho. That is $27.16 an hour or $4,708 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.16
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,660Median: $56,490Highest 10%: $77,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,660 | $20.51 | |
| 25th | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| Median | $56,490 | $27.16 | |
| 75th | $65,950 | $31.71 | |
| 90th | $77,550 | $37.28 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | $51,690 |
| Boise City, ID | $49,120 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 7. Louisiana | $58,600 |
| 8. Minnesota | $58,590 |
| 9. Montana | $56,530 |
| 10. Idaho | $56,490 |
| 11. Vermont | $52,910 |
| 12. New Hampshire | $51,540 |
| 13. Ohio | $50,590 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $27.16 ($56,490 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Idaho than the national average?
Yes: $56,490 against $49,740 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Idaho rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Idaho ranks 10 of 36 states.
Which city in Idaho pays logging equipment operators the most?
Coeur d'Alene, ID, with a median of $51,690 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.