Agricultural Engineers
Apply knowledge of engineering technology and biological science to agricultural problems concerned with power and machinery, electrification, structures, soil and water conservation, and processing of agricultural products.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 30 | $75,590 | $36.34 | |
| California | $92,540 | $44.49 | ||
| Colorado | 40 | $71,570 | $34.41 | |
| Georgia | 40 | $102,390 | $49.23 | |
| Illinois | 60 | $93,140 | $44.78 | |
| Indiana | 30 | $96,790 | $46.54 | |
| Maryland | 40 | $92,280 | $44.37 | |
| Nebraska | 70 | $92,740 | $44.59 | |
| North Dakota | 40 | $92,970 | $44.70 | |
| Ohio | 70 | $89,210 | $42.89 | |
| Texas | 40 | $96,720 | $46.50 | |
| Washington | 30 | $80,270 | $38.59 | |
| Wisconsin | 40 | $109,920 | $52.85 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program that prepares individuals to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of systems, equipment and facilities for production, processing, storage, handling, distribution and use of food, feed, and fiber. Includes applications to aquaculture, forestry, human and natural resources.
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
Master's Degree
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
Bachelor's Degree
University of California-Davis
Davis, CA
Doctorate Degree
Master's Degree
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$87,350 per yearNational average salarySlowJob growth rate
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Bachelor's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as agricultural engineers.
- Less than high school 0%
- High school graduate 7%
- College dropout 4%
- Associate’s degree 8%
- Bachelor’s degree 42%
- Master’s degree 27%
- Doctorate degree 12%
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