Agricultural Engineer salary
From 92 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 17-2021: Agricultural Engineers
At a glance
- Mostly Level I (entry-level). 33% of Agricultural Engineer filings are Level I, compared with 19% across all H-1B filings.
- Median up 19% since FY2020. From $75,900 in FY2020 to $90,500 in FY2026 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Agricultural Engineer H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 92 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Agricultural Engineer jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 17-2021, Agricultural Engineers). The median base salary is $86,500, 30% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $68,411 and $109,143. The most common wage level is Level I (entry-level), at 33% of filings.
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Pay by level
Entry-level · 33% of filings
Mid-level · 24% of filings
Senior · 25% of filings
Expert · 18% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $62,420 | 30 |
| Level II · Qualified | $79,557 | 22 |
| Level III · Experienced | $102,000 | 23 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $119,408 | 16 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
What a Agricultural Engineer does
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.
Typical tasks
- Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets for proposed sites or systems.
- Visit sites to observe environmental problems, to consult with contractors, or to monitor construction activities.
- Meet with clients, such as district or regional councils, farmers, and developers, to discuss their needs.
- Discuss plans with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineers so that they can be evaluated and necessary changes made.
- Test agricultural machinery and equipment to ensure adequate performance.
- Plan and direct construction of rural electric-power distribution systems, and irrigation, drainage, and flood control systems for soil and water conservation.
Preparation
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed. Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Agricultural Engineers), the median annual wage was $98,590 in May 2025, with 1,480 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $86,500, 12% lower.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $61,214 | $68,060 |
| 25th percentile | $68,411 | $82,260 |
| Median | $86,500 | $98,590 |
| 75th percentile | $109,143 | $124,880 |
| 90th percentile | $136,300 | $166,460 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $61,214 |
| 25th | $68,411 |
| 50th (median) | $86,500 |
| 75th | $109,143 |
| 90th | $136,300 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | $75,900 | $65,229 | $86,650 | 47 |
| FY2021 | $75,500 | $62,500 | $92,250 | 45 |
| FY2022 | $69,999 | $55,807 | $88,900 | 31 |
| FY2023 | $77,553 | $61,825 | $93,613 | 44 |
| FY2024 | $81,600 | $60,000 | $96,900 | 41 |
| FY2025 | $84,000 | $68,611 | $111,616 | 54 |
| FY2026 | $90,500 | $66,657 | $106,514 | 38 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Agricultural Engineer make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Agricultural Engineer jobs is $86,500 (92 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $68,411 and $109,143.
What does an entry-level Agricultural Engineer earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $62,420. Level I accounts for 33% of Agricultural Engineer filings.
Do H-1B Agricultural Engineers earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($86,500) is 12% lower than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($98,590, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.