Salary comparison

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse vs. Agricultural Equipment Operators: Salary Comparison (2026)

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouses earn a median salary of $35,690/year, while Agricultural Equipment Operatorss earn $42,580/year - a difference of $6,890. Agricultural Equipment Operatorss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

Agricultural Equipment Operators

Median salary

$35,690

$42,580

Hourly rate

$17.16/hr

$20.47/hr

Entry level (10th %)

$32,260

$31,240

Senior level (90th %)

$46,370

$57,790

Education required

Varies

U.S. employment

261,690

30,940

Job growth (10-year)

N/A