Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $60,660 +16.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.16
10th percentile $48,460
90th percentile $73,490
Employed locally 160
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,460
    25th
    $50,810
    50th (median)
    $60,660
    75th
    $64,250
    90th
    $73,490

    Top-paying metros for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $77,060
    Vallejo, CA $76,040
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $75,500
    Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN $70,320
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $70,070
    Albany, OR $68,650

    Related occupations in Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $56,820
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $48,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $82,060
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $60,300
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $59,430
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $60,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Southeast Minnesota is $29.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.81 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salaries?

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in Southeast Minnesota is 16.5% above the national median of $52,080. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $48,460 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,810.