Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for farmworkers and laborers, crop, nursery, and greenhouse in the United States was $17.15, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $15.82 |
| 25th | $16.50 |
| Median | $17.15 |
| 75th | $18.67 |
| 90th | $21.96 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do farmworkers and laborers, crop, nursery, and greenhouse make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $17.15; the mean hourly wage is $18.09.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for farmworkers and laborers, crop, nursery, and greenhouse?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $15.82 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for farmworkers and laborers, crop, nursery, and greenhouse?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $21.96 per hour.