Agricultural Workers Salaries by State

Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for agricultural workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).

National mean salary $38,970 ≈ $19/hr
National median salary $35,950
Total employment 371,340 nationwide

State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do agricultural workers make in the U.S.?

The median agricultural workers salary in the United States is $35,950 per year (mean $38,970), and about 80% earn between $31,310 and $48,950.

How much do agricultural workers make per hour?

Roughly $19 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $38,970 and 2,080 work hours per year.