Logging Equipment Operators pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for logging equipment operators is $22.91 an hour ($47,650 a year). About 920 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($49,740). South Carolina ranks 22nd of 36 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for logging equipment operators in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.22 | $37,910 |
| 25% of workers | $21.36 | $44,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.91 | $47,650 |
| 75% of workers | $26.28 | $54,650 |
| 90% of workers | $31.40 | $65,320 |
Logging Equipment Operators pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $51,270 | 40 |
| Columbia | $49,350 | 60 |
| Florence | $48,770 | 60 |
| Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach | $47,170 | 30 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $43,680 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $48,940 |
| Crane and Tower Operators | $64,120 |
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