How Much is Your Timber Worth?

By Darren McAvoy

Landowners typically receive differing prices for the timber taken off of their property. That price varies according to the size, quantity, and quality of the wood removed, the harvesting methods and equipment used, and the hauling distance to the mill. The following figures are a rough estimate of stumpage values in Utah. They are based on the average high-bids received in USDA Forest Service tractor-logged timber sales for mixed live conifer species in Utah. Stumpage is the net value of the sawlogs, or the total value at the mill minus logging and hauling costs. Remember that this number is based on averages, and your stumpage value may be higher or lower. A timber appraisal conducted by a professional forester is required to determine an accurate value for your timber.

* To convert to approximate price per ton, divide by six

These timber values were provided by Robert Paroz, USDA Forest Service Region 4 Valuation/Appraisals

The stumpage values were effective 4/28/2009.