Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,010 +8.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.12
10th percentile $33,740
90th percentile $55,850
Employed locally 80
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,740
    25th
    $36,050
    50th (median)
    $46,010
    75th
    $46,960
    90th
    $55,850

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $36,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $58,470
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $41,300
    Agricultural Inspectors $50,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Southern Michigan is $22.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.60 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Southern Michigan is 8.1% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $33,740 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,050.