Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,970 +5.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.62
10th percentile $30,570
90th percentile $65,990
Employed locally 100
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,570
    25th
    $34,320
    50th (median)
    $44,970
    75th
    $49,680
    90th
    $65,990

    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $36,490
    Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $26,970
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $38,430
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $75,000
    Agricultural Inspectors $37,030
    Forest and Conservation Workers $60,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Southeast-Central Idaho is $21.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.61 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 5.6% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $30,570 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,320.