Agricultural Engineers Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $93,090 +10% vs national
Median hourly $44.75
10th percentile $84,280
90th percentile $93,130
Employed locally 30
National median $84,630

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $84,280
    25th
    $88,670
    50th (median)
    $93,090
    75th
    $93,100
    90th
    $93,130

    Top-paying metros for Agricultural Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    St. Louis, MO-IL $124,340
    Ohio $111,200
    Texas $104,980
    Florida $98,180
    Wisconsin $94,310
    Michigan $91,470

    Related occupations in Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$96,420
    Mechanical Engineers$99,320
    Civil Engineers$99,830
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$57,630
    Mechanical Drafters$65,160
    Electrical Engineers$101,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Engineers make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Engineers in Southeast Iowa is $44.75, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.77 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Agricultural Engineers salaries?

    The median Agricultural Engineers salary in Southeast Iowa is 10% above the national median of $84,630. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Agricultural Engineers in Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Agricultural Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $84,280 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $88,670.