Agricultural Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 1,480 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $68,060 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $82,260 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $98,590 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $124,880 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $166,460 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$68K
25th
$82K
Median
$99K
75th
$125K
90th
$166K
Highest Paying States for Agricultural Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Ohio | $112,300 |
| Minnesota | $112,050 |
| Iowa | $108,960 |
| Texas | $105,930 |
| Indiana | $100,520 |
| Mississippi | $98,930 |
| Oklahoma | $96,630 |
| Colorado | $93,790 |
| Michigan | $93,380 |
| Pennsylvania | $86,840 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Agricultural Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Ohio at an average of $112,300 per year, while Pennsylvania has an average of $86,840 — a difference of $25,460. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Agricultural Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 1,480 workers were employed as Agricultural Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $108,230 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2021