How much does a logging equipment operator make in Louisiana?
$58,600a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Louisiana. That is $28.17 an hour or $4,883 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.17
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 770
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,410Median: $58,600Highest 10%: $78,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,410 | $20.87 | |
| 25th | $49,260 | $23.68 | |
| Median | $58,600 | $28.17 | |
| 75th | $60,770 | $29.22 | |
| 90th | $78,530 | $37.75 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Alexandria, LA | $60,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 4. California | $61,940 |
| 5. South Dakota | $58,740 |
| 6. Oregon | $58,720 |
| 7. Louisiana | $58,600 |
| 8. Minnesota | $58,590 |
| 9. Montana | $56,530 |
| 10. Idaho | $56,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $28.17 ($58,600 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Louisiana than the national average?
Yes: $58,600 against $49,740 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Louisiana rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Louisiana ranks 7 of 36 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays logging equipment operators the most?
Alexandria, LA, with a median of $60,410 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.