How much does a farmer make in Texas?
$85,990a year
Median yearly pay for farmers in Texas. That is $41.34 an hour or $7,166 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.34
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 30
- Jobs in the state
- 610
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,240Median: $85,990Highest 10%: $129,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,240 | $20.79 | |
| 25th | $62,750 | $30.17 | |
| Median | $85,990 | $41.34 | |
| 75th | $108,500 | $52.18 | |
| 90th | $129,600 | $62.29 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $97,880 |
| Houston, TX | $92,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for farmers.
| 10. Florida | $87,080 |
| 11. New Jersey | $86,380 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $86,320 |
| 13. Texas | $85,990 |
| 14. Indiana | $83,100 |
| 15. Michigan | $82,620 |
| 16. Oregon | $81,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmer make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $41.34 ($85,990 a year).
Do farmers make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $85,990 against $89,900 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Texas rank for farmer pay?
Texas ranks 13 of 30 states.
Which city in Texas pays farmers the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $97,880 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.