Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,870 +24.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.42
10th percentile $39,880
90th percentile $63,100
Employed locally 100
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,880
    25th
    $47,840
    50th (median)
    $52,870
    75th
    $57,940
    90th
    $63,100

    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
    Columbus, OH $52,370

    Related occupations in Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $38,560
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $40,120
    Animal Breeders $47,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Southeast Minnesota is $25.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.70 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Southeast Minnesota is 24.2% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $39,880 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,840.