Agricultural Technicians Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a agricultural technicians in U.S. is $46,790/year ($22.49/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $69K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $47K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level agricultural technicians (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $47K.Top earners bring in $69K or more - a $36K spread from bottom to top.
Agricultural Technicians pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $63K | +35% | N/A |
| Wyoming | $60K | +29% | 50 |
| California | $58K | +25% | 3,100 |
| West Virginia | $56K | +19% | 40 |
| Minnesota | $55K | +18% | 810 |
| Montana | $51K | +9% | N/A |
| Tennessee | $51K | +9% | 190 |
| Florida | $49K | +5% | N/A |
| Delaware | $49K | +5% | N/A |
| North Carolina | $49K | +5% | 410 |
| Mississippi | $49K | +4% | 220 |
| Kentucky | $49K | +4% | 160 |
| Maine | $48K | +3% | 130 |
| Texas | $48K | +3% | 150 |
| Maryland | $48K | +2% | 340 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do agricultural technicians make in U.S.?
The median is $46,790 a year - that works out to about $22.49 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,860, and experienced agricultural technicians can clear $69,010. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $47K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,303/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 42.7% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a agricultural technicians salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median agricultural technicians salary is worth about $46,790 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do agricultural technicians get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.