Agricultural Inspector Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Agricultural Inspectors in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$73,920
per year
Hourly Rate
$35.54
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+48% vs US median
US median $49,940
State Rank
#2 of 43
340 employed here

How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in New York?

Agricultural Inspectors in New York take home a median of $73,920 annually — roughly $35.54 an hour — which runs 48% above the national median of $49,940.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $44,030 while the top 10% make $95,570 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $64,990 and $82,640 a year.

Agricultural Inspector salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$44,030$21.17
25th percentile (early career)$64,990$31.25
50th percentile (median)$73,920$35.54
75th percentile (experienced)$82,640$39.73
90th percentile (top earners)$95,570$45.95

How New York compares

New York ranks 2nd out of 43 states and territories for Agricultural Inspector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Minnesota$77,150
2New York$73,920
3Ohio$69,280
4Michigan$65,730
5Vermont$63,630

Working as an Agricultural Inspector in New York

Nationally, about 14,000 people work as Agricultural Inspectors in the United States. No college degree is required — most training happens on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($73,920) 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 Inspector make in New York?
The median Agricultural Inspector salary in New York is $73,920 per year, or about $35.54 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,030 at the entry level to $95,570 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Agricultural Inspectors about 48% more than the national median of $49,940. New York ranks 2nd out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Agricultural Inspectors?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $73,920 a year. About 340 Agricultural Inspectors are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.