How much does a logging equipment operator make in Illinois?
$71,100a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Illinois. That is $34.18 an hour or $5,925 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.18
- Vs. national median
- +43%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,990Median: $71,100Highest 10%: $92,490
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,990 | $19.23 | |
| 25th | $42,260 | $20.32 | |
| Median | $71,100 | $34.18 | |
| 75th | $78,170 | $37.58 | |
| 90th | $92,490 | $44.47 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 1. Washington | $75,140 |
| 2. Illinois | $71,100 |
| 3. Texas | $62,890 |
| 4. California | $61,940 |
| 5. South Dakota | $58,740 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $34.18 ($71,100 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $71,100 against $49,740 nationally, 43% more.
Where does Illinois rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Illinois ranks 2 of 36 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.