How much does a Agricultural Technicians make per hour in Southwest Iowa?

Agricultural Technicians Salary in Southwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $35,360 -24.4% vs national

Median hourly $17.00

10th percentile $31,390

90th percentile $49,920

Employed locally 50

National median $46,790

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Agricultural Technicians

Southwest Iowa

Salary percentile breakdown

10th

$31,390

25th

$34,320

50th (median)

$35,360

75th

$37,540

90th

$49,920

Top-paying metros for Agricultural Technicians

Metro area	Median 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 Southwest Iowa

Occupation	Median salary
Conservation Scientists	$67,200
Forest and Conservation Technicians	$49,920
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists	$76,800

Frequently asked questions

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

The median hourly wage for Agricultural Technicians in Southwest Iowa is $17.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.37 or more per hour.

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

The median Agricultural Technicians salary in Southwest Iowa is 24.4% 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 Southwest Iowa?

Entry-level Agricultural Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,390 per year in Southwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,320.