Agricultural Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $51,600 +10.3% vs national
Median hourly $24.81
10th percentile $37,810
90th percentile $102,300
Employed locally 60
National median $46,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,810
    25th
    $41,330
    50th (median)
    $51,600
    75th
    $75,730
    90th
    $102,300

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists$40,490
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$93,030
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$44,580
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$81,240
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$85,030
    Biological Technicians$44,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $24.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Agricultural Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 10.3% above 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Agricultural Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,810 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,330.