Agricultural Technicians Salary in Northwest Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,640 -21.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.62
10th percentile $28,810
90th percentile $57,010
Employed locally 60
National median $46,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,810
    25th
    $28,810
    50th (median)
    $36,640
    75th
    $44,520
    90th
    $57,010

    Top-paying metros for Agricultural Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $67,960
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $63,630
    Arizona $63,340
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $63,340
    Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL $62,340
    Northern Indiana nonmetropolitan area $61,940

    Related occupations in Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,230
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$98,400
    Food Scientists and Technologists$62,720
    Soil and Plant Scientists$66,300
    Conservation Scientists$72,550
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$44,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Technicians make per hour in Northwest Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Technicians in Northwest Iowa is $17.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.53 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Iowa above or below average for Agricultural Technicians salaries?

    The median Agricultural Technicians salary in Northwest Iowa is 21.7% below the national median of $46,790. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Agricultural Technicians in Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Agricultural Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,810 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,810.