How much does a farmworker make in Des Moines?
$40,120a year
Median yearly pay for farmworkers in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro area. That is $19.29 an hour or $3,343 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.29
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 126
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,570Median: $40,120Highest 10%: $59,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,570 | $14.70 | |
| 25th | $31,000 | $14.90 | |
| Median | $40,120 | $19.29 | |
| 75th | $47,910 | $23.03 | |
| 90th | $59,290 | $28.50 |
Other cities in Iowa
Median yearly pay for farmworkers.
| Sioux City, IA | $48,870 |
| Omaha, NE | $39,100 |
Related jobs in Des Moines
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Agricultural Inspector | $57,080 |
| Agricultural Equipment Operator | $46,220 |
| Farmworker and Laborer | $36,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a farmworker make an hour in Des Moines?
The median hourly pay in the Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA metro area is $19.29 ($40,120 a year).
Do farmworkers make more in Des Moines than the national average?
Yes: $40,120 against $36,670 nationally, 9% more.
How does Des Moines compare with the rest of Iowa?
The median in Iowa is $36,480, so Des Moines pays 10% more.
Where does Des Moines rank for farmworker pay?
36 of 126 metro areas with data.
How much does a farmworker make starting out in Des Moines?
The lowest-paid 10% make $30,570 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,290 or more.
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.