Agricultural Engineers Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $98,590 · Median hourly: $47.40 · Employment: 1,480
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,060 | $32.72 |
| 25th | $82,260 | $39.55 |
| Median | $98,590 | $47.40 |
| 75th | $124,880 | $60.04 |
| 90th | $166,460 | $80.03 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 17-2021
- Total U.S. employment: 1,480
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
Across the United States, 1,480 agricultural engineers are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Agricultural Engineers 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $57,740 | $27.76 | -41.4% | 40 |
| Colorado | $88,650 | $42.62 | -10.1% | 30 |
| Illinois | — | — | — | 40 |
| Indiana | $94,730 | $45.54 | -3.9% | 150 |
| Iowa | $96,290 | $46.29 | -2.3% | 100 |
| Michigan | $80,490 | $38.70 | -18.4% | 0 |
| Minnesota | $115,940 | $55.74 | +17.6% | 60 |
| Mississippi | $91,560 | $44.02 | -7.1% | 40 |
| Missouri | — | — | — | 120 |
| Ohio | $119,250 | $57.33 | +21.0% | 60 |
| Oklahoma | $86,970 | $41.81 | -11.8% | 120 |
| Pennsylvania | $80,300 | $38.61 | -18.6% | 0 |
| Texas | $95,220 | $45.78 | -3.4% | 50 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary — $36,780/yr
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides — $35,800/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for agricultural engineers?
The median annual wage for agricultural engineers is $98,590 ($47.40 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays agricultural engineers 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 agricultural engineers are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 1,480 agricultural engineers employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do agricultural engineers make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $47.40. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.