Agricultural Inspectors Salary (2025)
Based on 14,410 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,020 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $42,330 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $49,940 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $64,500 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $79,580 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$42K
Median
$50K
75th
$65K
90th
$80K
Highest Paying States for Agricultural Inspectors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | $75,380 |
| New York | $72,980 |
| Michigan | $70,600 |
| Vermont | $67,050 |
| Ohio | $66,520 |
| Louisiana | $64,510 |
| Illinois | $64,360 |
| Washington | $62,740 |
| Hawaii | $62,110 |
| North Dakota | $61,780 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Agricultural Inspectors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Minnesota at an average of $75,380 per year, while North Dakota has an average of $61,780 — a difference of $13,600. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Agricultural Inspectors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 14,410 workers were employed as Agricultural Inspectorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations. The annual mean wage of $54,910 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 45-2011