Logging Equipment Operators Salary in Maine
Logging Equipment Operators in Maine make a median of $45,480 a year, or about $21.87 an hour. The range runs from $39K at the entry level to $58K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Maine. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $45K get you in Maine?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Maine
Entry-level logging equipment operators (10th percentile) start around $39K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $58K or more, a $19K spread from bottom to top.
Logging Equipment Operators salary by metro in Maine
3 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-South Portland | $48K | +5% | 80 |
| Lewiston-Auburn | $46K | +1% | 40 |
| Bangor | $45K | -2% | 160 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do logging equipment operators make in Maine?
The median is $45,480 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $39,350, and experienced logging equipment operators can clear $58,150. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in Maine?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,061/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,281/month, which eats 41.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a logging equipment operators salary go in Maine?
Maine has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median logging equipment operators salary is worth about $46,551 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do logging equipment operators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.