How much does a logging equipment operator make in Minnesota?
$58,590a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Minnesota. That is $28.17 an hour or $4,883 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.17
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,800Median: $58,590Highest 10%: $59,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,800 | $22.50 | |
| 25th | $47,730 | $22.95 | |
| Median | $58,590 | $28.17 | |
| 75th | $59,190 | $28.46 | |
| 90th | $59,760 | $28.73 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Duluth, MN | $59,130 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 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 |
| 11. Vermont | $52,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $28.17 ($58,590 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $58,590 against $49,740 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Minnesota ranks 8 of 36 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays logging equipment operators the most?
Duluth, MN-WI, with a median of $59,130 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.