Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,800 +3.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.69
10th percentile $28,900
90th percentile $44,910
Employed locally 330
National median $35,690

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,900
    25th
    $31,610
    50th (median)
    $36,800
    75th
    $37,940
    90th
    $44,910

    Top-paying metros for Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area $51,420
    Champaign-Urbana, IL $48,390
    Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area $47,820
    Helena, MT $46,610
    Portland-South Portland, ME $46,450
    Bozeman, MT $45,590

    Related occupations in Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Agricultural Equipment Operators $46,010
    First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $58,470
    Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $41,300
    Agricultural Inspectors $50,650

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse in Southern Michigan is $17.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.91 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse salaries?

    The median Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse salary in Southern Michigan is 3.1% above the national median of $35,690. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse in Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse (10th percentile) earn around $28,900 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,610.