Agricultural Engineers Salary by State
The national median pay for agricultural engineers is $98,590 a year. By state, it ranges from $57,740 in Arkansas to $119,250 in Ohio.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $68,060
- 25th percentile
- $82,260
- Median
- $98,590
- 75th percentile
- $124,880
- Top 10%
- $166,460
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 1,480 jobs.
Median pay in 11 states
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ohio | $119,250 | +21% | $69,970 | $142,730 | 60 |
| 2 | Minnesota | $115,940 | +18% | $89,190 | $125,590 | 60 |
| 3 | Iowa | $96,290 | −2% | $83,470 | $155,760 | 100 |
| 4 | Texas | $95,220 | −3% | $81,330 | $175,760 | 50 |
| 5 | Indiana | $94,730 | −4% | $67,250 | $139,880 | 150 |
| 6 | Mississippi | $91,560 | −7% | $48,870 | $133,200 | 40 |
| 7 | Colorado | $88,650 | −10% | $73,920 | $107,160 | 30 |
| 8 | Oklahoma | $86,970 | −12% | $54,650 | $140,010 | 120 |
| 9 | Michigan | $80,490 | −18% | $75,200 | $143,110 | Not published |
| 10 | Pennsylvania | $80,300 | −19% | $60,530 | $117,540 | Not published |
| 11 | Arkansas | $57,740 | −41% | $37,090 | $106,980 | 40 |
BLS OEWS May 2025 state estimates. States without published data are not listed. “Not published”: BLS withheld the value or it is above the highest amount BLS publishes. Pay is not adjusted for living costs.
Agricultural Engineers salary questions
Which state pays agricultural engineers the most?
Ohio, with a median of $119,250 a year (+21% vs. the national median of $98,590). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays agricultural engineers the least?
Arkansas, with a median of $57,740 a year (−41% vs. national).
Where do most agricultural engineers work?
Indiana has the most jobs, about 150, with a median of $94,730.
Does a higher salary mean more money left over?
Not always. These are pay figures only. Living costs, taxes and housing differ a lot between states, and this page does not adjust for them.