Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers Salary (2025)
Based on 6,500 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $54,320 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $66,300 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $89,900 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $118,860 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $160,020 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$54K
25th
$66K
Median
$90K
75th
$119K
90th
$160K
Highest Paying States for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $122,560 |
| Nebraska | $111,970 |
| Florida | $111,910 |
| Kansas | $109,870 |
| Washington | $109,820 |
| North Carolina | $108,780 |
| Illinois | $106,410 |
| New Jersey | $104,220 |
| Montana | $102,640 |
| Georgia | $97,620 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $122,560 per year, while Georgia has an average of $97,620 — a difference of $24,940. 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 Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6,500 workers were employed as Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $99,820 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-9013