Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,780 +9.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.49
10th percentile $38,260
90th percentile $57,070
Employed locally 90
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,260
    25th
    $43,750
    50th (median)
    $46,780
    75th
    $49,920
    90th
    $57,070

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $36,410
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $39,190
    Forest and Conservation Workers $33,590
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $76,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in South Central Wisconsin is $22.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.40 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in South Central Wisconsin is 9.9% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $38,260 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,750.