Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $45,670 +7.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.96
10th percentile $39,630
90th percentile $56,400
Employed locally 570
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,630
    25th
    $44,370
    50th (median)
    $45,670
    75th
    $50,640
    90th
    $56,400

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $44,460
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $37,440
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $62,930
    Agricultural Inspectors $50,430
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $49,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in South Nebraska is $21.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.21 or more per hour.

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

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in South Nebraska is 7.3% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $39,630 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,370.