Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Central Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,850 +7.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.04
10th percentile $38,940
90th percentile $62,400
Employed locally 80
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,940
    25th
    $39,530
    50th (median)
    $45,850
    75th
    $60,180
    90th
    $62,400

    Top-paying metros for Agricultural Equipment Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area $61,580
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $54,380
    Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN $54,020
    Montana $53,900
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $53,510
    Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $52,870

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $30,830
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $33,990
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $36,610
    Logging Equipment Operators $41,630
    Agricultural Inspectors $49,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Central Missouri is $22.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.48 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Central Missouri is 7.7% above the national median of $42,580. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $38,940 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,530.