Agricultural Inspector Salary in Pennsylvania (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Pennsylvania Median
$55,650
per year
Hourly Rate
$26.75
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+11% vs US median
US median $49,940
State Rank
#12 of 43
520 employed here

How much does an Agricultural Inspector make in Pennsylvania?

An Agricultural Inspector working in Pennsylvania earns a median salary of $55,650 per year, or about $26.75 per hour. That is 11% above the national median of $49,940 for this occupation.

Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $45,620 while the top 10% make $80,480 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $48,660 and $69,910 a year.

Agricultural Inspector salary range in Pennsylvania

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$45,620$21.93
25th percentile (early career)$48,660$23.39
50th percentile (median)$55,650$26.75
75th percentile (experienced)$69,910$33.61
90th percentile (top earners)$80,480$38.69

How Pennsylvania compares

Pennsylvania ranks 12th 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 Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania pay ($55,650) 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 Pennsylvania?
The median Agricultural Inspector salary in Pennsylvania is $55,650 per year, or about $26.75 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $45,620 at the entry level to $80,480 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Agricultural Inspectors about 11% more than the national median of $49,940. Pennsylvania ranks 12th out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Agricultural Inspectors?
Yes on pay — Pennsylvania pays above the national median for this occupation, at $55,650 a year. About 520 Agricultural Inspectors are employed in Pennsylvania. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), 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.