Occupation ยท SOC 17-2021
Agricultural Engineers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of agricultural engineers typically cannot be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 1,680 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $84,630 ($40.69 an hour).
US employment
1,680
Median annual wage
$84,630
Mean annual wage
$84,240
Median hourly wage
$40.69
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Engineers | $104,170 | $19,540 (+23.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $167,740 | $83,110 (+98.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Industrial Engineers | $101,140 | $16,510 (+19.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Civil Engineers | $99,590 | $14,960 (+17.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | $76,550 (+90.5%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,350 | $1,720 (+2.0%) | 5 | Doctoral or professional degree |
States with the most jobs
States that pay the most
- 1. Ohio$111,200
- 2. Texas$104,980
- 3. Florida$98,180
- 4. Wisconsin$94,310
- 5. Michigan$91,470
- 6. Indiana$84,640
- 7. Oklahoma$84,630
- 8. Nebraska$75,760
- 9. Pennsylvania$73,930
- 10. Arkansas$59,990
Median annual wage. Based on 11 states and territories with published figures.
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