Agricultural Technicians Salary in West South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,770 -12.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.60
10th percentile $35,970
90th percentile $53,520
Employed locally 30
National median $46,790

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,970
    25th
    $37,020
    50th (median)
    $40,770
    75th
    $44,070
    90th
    $53,520

    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 West South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists$72,550
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,950
    Urban and Regional Planners$68,430
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$67,000
    Biological Scientists, All Other$79,790
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$64,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Agricultural Technicians make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Agricultural Technicians in West South Dakota is $19.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.73 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Agricultural Technicians salaries?

    The median Agricultural Technicians salary in West South Dakota is 12.9% 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 West South Dakota?

    Entry-level Agricultural Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,970 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,020.