▲8%
$11.47
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$9.18
MEDIAN
$11.47
90%
$19.57
The average hourly pay for a Farmer is $11.47 in 2025
Hourly Rate
$9 - $20
Bonus
$30 - $5k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $30k
Total Pay
$20k - $56k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Farmers?
What Do Farmers Do?
Farmer Tasks
- Manage and participate in daily farm operations such as crop planning, tillage work, planting, and more.
- Make operational and crop management recommendations based on advancements in technology and new farming techniques.
- Ensure that farm operations and practices meet health, safety and environmental standards and regulations.
- Maintain and communicate operational and crop management records.
- Hire, train, and supervise farm crew.
Find your market worth – how it works:
Common Health Benefits for a Farmer
Medical
15%
Dental
5%
Vision
5%
None
85%
Gender Breakdown for Farmers
Male
82.4%
Female
17.6%
This data is based on 17 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Farmers
What is the highest pay for Farmers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Farmer is $19.57 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Farmers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Farmer is $9.18 / hour
How can Farmers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Farmer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Farmer that oversees more junior Farmers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.