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Farm Labor Contractors Salary in California

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

How much do Farm Labor Contractors make in California?

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$85,710
Median Annual Salary
▲ +15.6% vs 2024
$82,610
Mean Salary
$85,710
Median Salary
$41.21
Hourly Rate

Farm Labor Contractors salary by percentile in California

BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).

Farm Labor Contractors salary in California — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Farm Labor Contractors in California.10thBottom 10% earn less than $47,110$47,11025th25% earn less than $66,960$66,960MedianHalf earn more than $85,710$85,71075th75% earn less than $104,740$104,74090thTop 10% earn more than $107,880$107,880

Farm Labor Contractors in California earn a median salary of $85,710 per year ($7,142/month). This is 19.0% above the national average of $72,010. California ranks #1 out of 3 states for Farm Labor Contractors pay. Salaries increased by 15.6% compared to 2024.

About This Job: Farm Labor Contractors

Recruit and hire seasonal or temporary agricultural laborers. May transport, house, and provide meals for workers.

Top Skills

Speaking
3.5
Active Listening
3.38
Management of Personnel Resources
3.25
Time Management
3.12
Critical Thinking
3.0

Key Knowledge Areas

Foreign Language
3.53
Food Production
3.48
Mathematics
3.48
Personnel and Human Resources
3.43
Production and Processing
3.25
Typical Education: Some College Courses (8.9% of workers)

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Salary Range: Farm Labor Contractors in California

Salaries for Farm Labor Contractors in California range from $47,110 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $107,880 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $66,960 and $104,740.

Median $85,710
P10: $47,110 P25: $66,960 P75: $104,740 P90: $107,880
10th
$47,110
25th
$66,960
Median
$85,710
75th
$104,740
90th
$107,880
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $47,110 $22.65 $3,925
25th Percentile $66,960 $32.19 $5,580
Median (50th) $85,710 $41.21 $7,142
75th Percentile $104,740 $50.36 $8,728
90th Percentile (Experienced) $107,880 $51.87 $8,990

Note: The mean (average) salary of $82,610 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#1
California ranks #1 of 3 states
$72,010
National avg. for Farm Labor Contractors
+19.0%
vs. national average
Above Average

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Farm Labor Contractors Salary by State

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Farm Labor Contractors make in California?
The median annual salary for Farm Labor Contractors in California is $85,710 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $82,610.
What is the salary range for a Farm Labor Contractors in California?
Salaries for Farm Labor Contractors in California range from $47,110 at the 10th percentile to $107,880 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $66,960 and $104,740.
What is the starting salary for a Farm Labor Contractors in California?
Entry-level Farm Labor Contractors positions in California typically start around $47,110 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $66,960 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Farm Labor Contractors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Farm Labor Contractors in California is approximately $41.21 per hour.

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Data Source & Methodology

Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.

Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.

Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS

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