How much does a logging equipment operator make in Virginia?
$46,090a year
Median yearly pay for logging equipment operators in Virginia. That is $22.16 an hour or $3,841 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.16
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,980Median: $46,090Highest 10%: $72,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,980 | $14.89 | |
| 25th | $35,420 | $17.03 | |
| Median | $46,090 | $22.16 | |
| 75th | $49,150 | $23.63 | |
| 90th | $72,220 | $34.72 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Richmond, VA | $45,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging equipment operators.
| 27. Wisconsin | $46,360 |
| 28. Indiana | $46,320 |
| 29. Tennessee | $46,310 |
| 30. Virginia | $46,090 |
| 31. Georgia | $45,080 |
| 32. Maine | $44,780 |
| 33. Missouri | $41,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging equipment operator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $22.16 ($46,090 a year).
Do logging equipment operators make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $46,090 against $49,740 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Virginia rank for logging equipment operator pay?
Virginia ranks 30 of 36 states.
Which city in Virginia pays logging equipment operators the most?
Richmond, VA, with a median of $45,500 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.