How much does a logging worker make in Portland?
$58,840a year
Median yearly pay for logging workers in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $28.29 an hour or $4,903 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.29
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 1 of 5
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,630Median: $58,840Highest 10%: $72,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,630 | $24.82 | |
| 25th | $52,710 | $25.34 | |
| Median | $58,840 | $28.29 | |
| 75th | $61,000 | $29.33 | |
| 90th | $72,910 | $35.05 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for logging workers.
| Albany, OR | $58,420 |
| Eugene, OR | $50,090 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Agricultural Inspector | $65,520 |
| Logging Equipment Operator | $64,520 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming | $60,900 |
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $44,150 |
| Forest and Conservation Worker | $41,610 |
| Farmworker | $40,320 |
| Farmworker and Laborer | $36,000 |
| Grader and Sorter | $34,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a logging worker make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $28.29 ($58,840 a year).
Do logging workers make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $58,840 against $50,840 nationally, 16% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $57,890, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for logging worker pay?
1 of 5 metro areas with data.
How much does a logging worker make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,630 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,910 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.