Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in East North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,370 +15.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.74
10th percentile $43,820
90th percentile $81,690
Employed locally 170
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,820
    25th
    $47,510
    50th (median)
    $49,370
    75th
    $61,360
    90th
    $81,690

    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 East North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products$45,880
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals$39,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in East North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in East North Dakota is $23.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.45 or more per hour.

    Is East North Dakota above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in East North Dakota is 15.9% 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 North Dakota?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $43,820 per year in East North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,510.