Agronomist earnings by seniority
90th percentile
Top-level agronomist earnings begin at:
$29.95 per hour
$62,300 per year
75th percentile
Senior-level agronomist earnings begin at:
$25.00 per hour
$52,000 per year
50th percentile
Mid-level agronomist earnings begin at:
$19.95 per hour
$41,500 per year
25th percentile
Junior-level agronomist earnings begin at:
$14.98 per hour
$31,150 per year
10th percentile
Starting level agronomist earnings begin at:
$10.29 per hour
$21,400 per year
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
How do agronomist salaries compare to similar careers?
Agronomists earn about the same as related careers in the United States. On average, they make less than certified crop advisors but more than agricultural and food science technicians.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Certified crop advisor salary | $49K |
| Forester salary | $47K |
| Horticulturist salary | $42K |
| Conservation scientist salary | $43K |
| Agricultural inspector salary | $43K |
| Agronomist salary | $42K |
| Farm equipment mechanic salary | $38K |
| Arborist salary | $35K |
| Park naturalist salary | $37K |
| Agricultural and food science technician salary | $33K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)