Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,270 +22.8% vs national

Median hourly $25.13

10th percentile $28,790

90th percentile $74,880

Employed locally 70

National median $42,580

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Agricultural Equipment Operators

East-Central Montana

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$28,790

25th

$45,500

50th (median)

$52,270

75th

$66,670

90th

$74,880

Top-paying metros for Agricultural Equipment Operators

Metro area	Median 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 East-Central Montana

Occupation	Median salary
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals	$37,110

Frequently asked questions

How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in East-Central Montana?

The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in East-Central Montana is $25.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.00 or more per hour.

Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in East-Central Montana is 22.8% 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 East-Central Montana?

Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $28,790 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,500.