Wages vary with the duties and the experience of the worker. They also vary with the type of work, employer, and location of the work.
Loggers who work full time may receive benefits. Common benefits include health insurance, sick leave, paid vacation, and a retirement plan.
Fallers (SOC 45-4021)
Location
|
Pay Period |
|
25%
|
Median
|
75%
|
| Illinois |
Wage data for this occupation are not available. |
| United States |
Hourly |
$21.40 |
$25.56 |
$33.55 |
| Yearly |
$44,510 |
$53,170 |
$69,780 |
Logging equipment operators (SOC 45-4022)
Location
|
Pay Period |
|
25%
|
Median
|
75%
|
| Illinois |
Hourly |
$20.25 |
$22.65 |
$25.23 |
| Yearly |
$42,120 |
$47,111 |
$52,484 |
| United States |
Hourly |
$18.22 |
$23.19 |
$28.85 |
| Yearly |
$37,900 |
$48,240 |
$60,000 |