Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $60,870 +16.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.27
10th percentile $42,120
90th percentile $72,640
Employed locally 410
National median $52,080

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,120
    25th
    $50,320
    50th (median)
    $60,870
    75th
    $63,980
    90th
    $72,640

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$52,070
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$47,690
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$77,930
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$59,300
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$62,080
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$61,050

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $29.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.33 or more per hour.

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

    The median Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 16.9% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $42,120 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,320.