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What Does it Take to Be a Logging Worker?

Job Description & Duties All logging workers not listed separately.

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Job Outlook for Logging Workers

In the United States, there were 4,500 jobs for Logging Worker in 2016. There is little to no growth in job opportunities for Logging Worker. The BLS estimates 500 yearly job openings in this field.

The states with the most job growth for Logging Worker are Oregon, Alaska, and Arizona. Watch out if you plan on working in Georgia, Connecticut, or Idaho. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Average Logging Workers Salary

The salary for Logging Workers ranges between about $24,150 and $58,600 a year.

Logging Workers who work in Idaho, Washington, or California, make the highest salaries.

How much do Logging Workers make in different U.S. states?

State	Annual Mean Salary
Alabama	$33,550
Arkansas	$33,690
California	$48,260
Georgia	$36,650
Idaho	$58,230
Louisiana	$29,200
Michigan	$53,160
New York	$28,920
Ohio	$32,500
Oregon	$41,930
South Carolina	$52,860
Tennessee	$27,310
Texas	$25,730
Vermont	$23,860
Washington	$48,000

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