Farm Labor Contractors Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for farm labor contractorss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
Job Outlook, 2024–2034
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
Salary Map
Brighter tiles = higher average pay; dashed tiles have no data. Click a state for details.
💰 Top 5 Highest-Paying States
- California$82,610
- Florida$78,460
- Minnesota$50,570
📉 5 Lowest-Paying States
- Minnesota$50,570
- Florida$78,460
- California$82,610
State Rankings
| # | State | Mean | Median | Hourly | vs. U.S. | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $82,610 | $85,710 | $40 | +41.3% | — |
| 2 | Florida | $78,460 | $79,590 | $38 | +34.2% | — |
| 3 | Minnesota | $50,570 | $50,730 | $24 | -13.5% | — |
Pay by Industry
Highest-paying industries employing farm labor contractorss (BLS OEWS, by median).
| # | Industry | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry | $59,790 | $62,420 | 270 |
| 2 | Support Activities for Crop Production | $59,790 | $62,420 | 270 |
| 3 | Sector 11 - Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting | $59,790 | $62,420 | 270 |
| 4 | Cross-Industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local | $58,460 | $58,470 | 310 |
| 5 | Cross-industry, Private Ownership only | $58,460 | $58,470 | 310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do farm labor contractors make in the U.S.?
The median farm labor contractors salary in the United States is $58,460 per year (mean $58,470), and about 80% earn between $30,930 and $84,050.
How much do farm labor contractors make per hour?
Roughly $28 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $58,470 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Which state pays farm labor contractors the most?
California has the highest average pay for farm labor contractors at $82,610 per year (median $85,710).
What is the job outlook for farm labor contractors?
Employment is projected to change +6% from 2024 to 2034 (Faster than average), with about 300 openings per year.
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