Michigan Median
$80,490
per year
Hourly Rate
$38.70
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-18% vs US median
US median $98,590
State Rank
#9 of 11
state estimate
How much does an Agricultural Engineer make in Michigan?
Agricultural Engineers in Michigan take home a median of $80,490 annually — roughly $38.70 an hour — which runs 18% below the national median of $98,590.
Within Michigan, entry-level pay starts around $75,200 while the top 10% make $143,110 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $76,550 and $97,380 a year.
Agricultural Engineer salary range in Michigan
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $75,200 | $36.15 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $76,550 | $36.80 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $80,490 | $38.70 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $97,380 | $46.82 |
|
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $143,110 | $68.80 |
|
How Michigan compares
Michigan ranks 9th out of 11 states and territories for Agricultural Engineer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Agricultural Engineer salary in other states
Ohio $119,250Minnesota $115,940Iowa $96,290Texas $95,220Indiana $94,730Mississippi $91,560Colorado $88,650Oklahoma $86,970Pennsylvania $80,300Arkansas $57,740
Working as an Agricultural Engineer in Michigan
Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Agricultural Engineers in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Michigan pay ($80,490) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Agricultural Engineer make in Michigan?
The median Agricultural Engineer salary in Michigan is $80,490 per year, or about $38.70 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $75,200 at the entry level to $143,110 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Michigan pay compare to the national average?
Michigan pays Agricultural Engineers about 18% less than the national median of $98,590. Michigan ranks 9th out of 11 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Michigan a good state for Agricultural Engineers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $80,490 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Michigan?
The highest-paying occupations in Michigan include Radiologist ($485,920), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($428,570), Cardiologist ($419,030), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.