Agricultural Engineer Salary
Agricultural Engineers earn a median $98,590 a year nationally. Architecture and Engineering Occupations
What agricultural engineers do
Apply knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing of agricultural products.
- Typical education
- Bachelor's degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- None
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +6.9% (faster than average)
- Openings per year
- 100
Employment of agricultural engineers is projected to grow 6.9% from 2025 to 2035, faster than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 100 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Agricultural Engineer take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$12,860
- Social Security (6.2%)$6,113
- Medicare (1.45%)$1,430
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$78,188
Marginal rate: 22% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $68,060 | $32.72 | $56,710 |
| 25th percentile | $82,260 | $39.55 | $66,700 |
| Median (50th) | $98,590 | $47.40 | $78,188 |
| 75th percentile | $124,880 | $60.04 | $96,621 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $166,460 | $80.03 | $125,041 |
Agricultural Engineer salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $119,250 | +7.2% | $90,225 | $69,970 – $142,730 | 60 |
| Minnesota | $115,940 | — | $84,033 | $89,190 – $125,590 | 60 |
| Iowa | $96,290 | — | $73,563 | $83,470 – $155,760 | 100 |
| Texas | $95,220 | −9.3% | $75,817 | $81,330 – $175,760 | 50 |
| Indiana | $94,730 | +11.9% | $72,708 | $67,250 – $139,880 | 150 |
| Mississippi | $91,560 | — | $70,312 | $48,870 – $133,200 | 40 |
| Colorado | $88,650 | — | $68,003 | $73,920 – $107,160 | 30 |
| Oklahoma | $86,970 | +2.8% | $66,645 | $54,650 – $140,010 | 120 |
| Michigan | $80,490 | −12.0% | $62,285 | $75,200 – $143,110 | — |
| Pennsylvania | $80,300 | +8.6% | $62,856 | $60,530 – $117,540 | — |
| Arkansas | $57,740 | −3.8% | $46,535 | $37,090 – $106,980 | 40 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $100,840 | Bachelor's degree | +6.4% |
| Industrial Engineer | $102,440 | Bachelor's degree | +12.4% |
| Mechanical Engineer | $104,110 | Bachelor's degree | +11.2% |
| Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | $106,220 | Bachelor's degree | +3.8% |
| Environmental Engineer | $107,110 | Bachelor's degree | +6.3% |
| Bioengineer and Biomedical Engineer | $109,370 | Bachelor's degree | +7.6% |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $112,230 | Bachelor's degree | +6.7% |
| Materials Engineer | $112,860 | Bachelor's degree | +7.5% |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $115,160 | Bachelor's degree | +5.4% |
| Electrical Engineer | $120,630 | Bachelor's degree | +9.9% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a agricultural engineer make?
The national median salary for agricultural engineers is $98,590 a year ($47.40 an hour). The lowest-paid 10% earn under $68,060 and the top 10% earn over $166,460. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays agricultural engineers the most?
Ohio has the highest median pay at $119,250.
How many agricultural engineers are there in the U.S.?
About 1,480 people work as agricultural engineers nationwide.