Log Graders and Scalers Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for log graders and scalers in the United States was $46,330 ($22.27 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,950 | $16.80 |
| 25th | $37,780 | $18.16 |
| Median | $46,330 | $22.27 |
| 75th | $56,250 | $27.04 |
| 90th | $62,400 | $30.00 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 45-4023
- Total U.S. employment: 3,070
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
A closer look
The mean wage of $47,770 sits 3.1% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
At $22.27 per hour, a full-time schedule (2,080 hours per year) works out to roughly $46,322 — in line with the reported median annual wage of $46,330.
Log Graders and Scalers Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $44,950 | $21.61 | -3.0% | 100 |
| Arkansas | $42,340 | $20.36 | -8.6% | 190 |
| California | $56,670 | $27.24 | +22.3% | 320 |
| Florida | $39,040 | $18.77 | -15.7% | 70 |
| Georgia | $39,830 | $19.15 | -14.0% | 130 |
| Idaho | $57,620 | $27.70 | +24.4% | 140 |
| Indiana | $46,160 | $22.19 | -0.4% | 60 |
| Kentucky | $45,330 | $21.80 | -2.2% | 80 |
| Louisiana | $47,510 | $22.84 | +2.5% | 90 |
| Maine | $50,180 | $24.13 | +8.3% | 120 |
| Michigan | $51,810 | $24.91 | +11.8% | 50 |
| Mississippi | $48,010 | $23.08 | +3.6% | 130 |
| Missouri | $37,440 | $18.00 | -19.2% | 60 |
| New Hampshire | $46,530 | $22.37 | +0.4% | 30 |
| North Carolina | $36,850 | $17.72 | -20.5% | 200 |
| Ohio | $49,710 | $23.90 | +7.3% | 30 |
| Oregon | $60,250 | $28.97 | +30.0% | 50 |
| Pennsylvania | $44,550 | $21.42 | -3.8% | 330 |
| South Carolina | $44,370 | $21.33 | -4.2% | 40 |
| Tennessee | $35,920 | $17.27 | -22.5% | 110 |
| Texas | $36,100 | $17.36 | -22.1% | 40 |
| Virginia | $36,220 | $17.41 | -21.8% | 80 |
| Washington | $61,580 | $29.61 | +32.9% | 200 |
| West Virginia | $43,040 | $20.69 | -7.1% | 90 |
| Wisconsin | $46,150 | $22.19 | -0.4% | 180 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for log graders and scalers?
The median annual wage for log graders and scalers is $46,330 ($22.27 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays log graders and scalers the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many log graders and scalers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 3,070 log graders and scalers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do log graders and scalers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $22.27. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.