How much does a logging equipment operator make in Portland?
$47,470a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area. That is $22.82 an hour or $3,956 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.82
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 49
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,930Median: $47,470Highest 10%: $74,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,930 | $21.12 | |
| 25th | $45,640 | $21.94 | |
| Median | $47,470 | $22.82 | |
| 75th | $58,640 | $28.19 | |
| 90th | $74,110 | $35.63 |
Other cities in Maine
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators.
| Bangor, ME | $44,060 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Farmworker and Laborer | $48,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-South Portland, ME metro area is $22.82 ($47,470 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Portland than the national average?
No: $47,470 against $49,740 nationally, 5% less.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Maine?
The median in Maine is $44,780, so Portland pays 6% more.
Where does Portland rank for logging equipment operator pay?
33 of 49 metro areas with data.
How much does a logging equipment operator make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,110 or more.
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.