Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.
Annual wage data for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
5,910
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $51,700. 25th percentile: U.S. $67,970. 50th percentile: U.S. $87,980. 75th percentile: U.S. $115,200. 90th percentile: U.S. $156,530. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $51,700 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $156,530 |
| Workers on average earn | $97,240 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
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