Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets for proposed sites or systems.
Visit sites to observe environmental problems, to consult with contractors, or to monitor construction activities.
Meet with clients, such as district or regional councils, farmers, and developers, to discuss their needs.
Discuss plans with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineers so that they can be evaluated and necessary changes made.
Test agricultural machinery and equipment to ensure adequate performance.
Top skills:WritingSpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningSystems EvaluationJudgment and Decision Making
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Agricultural Engineer pay by experience level
Entry level$70,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$85,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$102,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$129,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$172,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+5.9%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
100
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Agricultural Engineer salary by industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
410 workers
$115,500
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
400 workers
$109,500
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
300 workers
$112,000
Educational Services
200 workers
$95,000
Educational Services, State Government Owned
200 workers
$95,000
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
200 workers
$95,000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
120 workers
$129,500
Management of Companies and Enterprises
120 workers
$129,500
State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
100 workers
$102,000
Food Manufacturing
80 workers
$116,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Agricultural Engineer pays 4% above the average across 59 roles in the Architecture and Engineering job family (family average $108,000).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Agricultural Engineer make?
The average base salary for a Agricultural Engineer in the United States is $112,000 per year, or about $53.85 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $85,000 and $129,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Architecture and Engineering roles?
The Architecture and Engineering job family averages $108,000 across 59 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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