How much does an agricultural equipment operator make in Minnesota?
$48,520a year
Median yearly pay for agricultural equipment operators in Minnesota. That is $23.33 an hour or $4,043 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.33
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,630Median: $48,520Highest 10%: $59,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,630 | $18.57 | |
| 25th | $45,260 | $21.76 | |
| Median | $48,520 | $23.33 | |
| 75th | $54,490 | $26.20 | |
| 90th | $59,720 | $28.71 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $53,680 |
| Fargo, ND | $48,710 |
| Mankato, MN | $48,520 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $47,900 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $46,970 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for agricultural equipment operators.
| 3. New York | $50,020 |
| 4. Delaware | $49,910 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $49,150 |
| 6. Minnesota | $48,520 |
| 7. North Dakota | $48,080 |
| 8. South Dakota | $48,060 |
| 9. Virginia | $47,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an agricultural equipment operator make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $23.33 ($48,520 a year).
Do agricultural equipment operators make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $48,520 against $41,730 nationally, 16% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for agricultural equipment operator pay?
Minnesota ranks 6 of 40 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays agricultural equipment operators the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $53,680 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.