How much does a logging worker make in California?
$47,490a year
Median yearly pay for logging workers in California. That is $22.83 an hour or $3,958 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.83
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 10
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,030Median: $47,490Highest 10%: $57,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,030 | $18.28 | |
| 25th | $40,100 | $19.28 | |
| Median | $47,490 | $22.83 | |
| 75th | $49,630 | $23.86 | |
| 90th | $57,540 | $27.66 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging workers.
| 3. Oregon | $57,890 |
| 4. Michigan | $54,140 |
| 5. North Carolina | $48,460 |
| 6. California | $47,490 |
| 7. Virginia | $42,910 |
| 8. West Virginia | $41,790 |
| 9. Mississippi | $37,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging worker make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $22.83 ($47,490 a year).
Do logging workers make more in California than the national average?
No: $47,490 against $50,840 nationally, 7% less.
Where does California rank for logging worker pay?
California ranks 6 of 10 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.