Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Northeast Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,910 +5.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.59
10th percentile $39,470
90th percentile $55,470
Employed locally 140
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,470
    25th
    $39,640
    50th (median)
    $44,910
    75th
    $48,520
    90th
    $55,470

    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 Northeast Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $39,860
    Agricultural Inspectors $60,180
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $44,460
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $39,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Northeast Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Northeast Nebraska is $21.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.19 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Nebraska above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Northeast Nebraska is 5.5% 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 Northeast Nebraska?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $39,470 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,640.