Logging Equipment Operators pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for logging equipment operators is $27.16 an hour ($56,490 a year). About 560 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($49,740). Idaho ranks 10th of 36 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for logging equipment operators in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.51 | $42,660 |
| 25% of workers | $22.79 | $47,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.16 | $56,490 |
| 75% of workers | $31.71 | $65,950 |
| 90% of workers | $37.29 | $77,550 |
Logging Equipment Operators pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene | $51,690 | 70 |
| Boise City | $49,120 | 60 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for logging equipment operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.8% over ten years, declining · about 3,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $61,680 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $46,600 |
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