Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,830 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.71
10th percentile $31,090
90th percentile $49,660
Employed locally 60
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,090
    25th
    $36,720
    50th (median)
    $36,830
    75th
    $38,680
    90th
    $49,660

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse$27,740
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals$24,960
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers$53,770
    Agricultural Inspectors$36,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Eastern New Mexico is $17.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.36 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Eastern New Mexico is 13.5% below 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $31,090 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,720.