Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $45,560 +7% vs national
Median hourly $21.91
10th percentile $40,660
90th percentile $71,570
Employed locally 60
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,660
    25th
    $43,190
    50th (median)
    $45,560
    75th
    $56,230
    90th
    $71,570

    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 Northwest Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $37,440
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $35,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Northwest Nebraska is $21.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Northwest Nebraska is 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 Northwest Nebraska?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $40,660 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,190.