How much does a logging worker make in North Carolina?
$48,460a year
Median yearly pay for logging workers in North Carolina. That is $23.30 an hour or $4,038 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.30
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 10
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,630Median: $48,460Highest 10%: $75,560
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,630 | $16.17 | |
| 25th | $40,960 | $19.69 | |
| Median | $48,460 | $23.30 | |
| 75th | $73,070 | $35.13 | |
| 90th | $75,560 | $36.33 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for logging workers.
| 2. Washington | $67,650 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging worker make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $23.30 ($48,460 a year).
Do logging workers make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $48,460 against $50,840 nationally, 5% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for logging worker pay?
North Carolina ranks 5 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.