Agricultural Equipment Operators Hourly Pay

As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for agricultural equipment operators in the United States was $20.06, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$16.11
25th$17.70
Median$20.06
75th$23.12
90th$28.20

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do agricultural equipment operators make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $20.06; the mean hourly wage is $21.02.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for agricultural equipment operators?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $16.11 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for agricultural equipment operators?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $28.20 per hour.