Agricultural Equipment Operators Salary in Southwest Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,580 +44.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.61
10th percentile $39,740
90th percentile $75,490
Employed locally 50
National median $42,580

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,740
    25th
    $43,810
    50th (median)
    $61,580
    75th
    $62,400
    90th
    $75,490

    Top-paying metros for Agricultural Equipment Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    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
    Columbus, OH $52,370

    Related occupations in Southwest Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals$29,920
    Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse$33,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Equipment Operators make per hour in Southwest Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Equipment Operators in Southwest Missouri is $29.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.05 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Missouri above or below average for Agricultural Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Agricultural Equipment Operators salary in Southwest Missouri is 44.6% 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 Southwest Missouri?

    Entry-level Agricultural Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $39,740 per year in Southwest Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,810.