How much does a logging equipment operator make in Kentucky?
$30,230a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Kentucky. That is $14.53 an hour or $2,519 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.53
- Vs. national median
- -39%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $20,800Median: $30,230Highest 10%: $51,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $20,800 | $10.00 | |
| 25th | $25,320 | $12.17 | |
| Median | $30,230 | $14.53 | |
| 75th | $48,940 | $23.53 | |
| 90th | $51,460 | $24.74 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 33. Missouri | $41,770 |
| 34. Oklahoma | $37,270 |
| 35. West Virginia | $36,130 |
| 36. Kentucky | $30,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $14.53 ($30,230 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $30,230 against $49,740 nationally, 39% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Kentucky ranks 36 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.