How much does a Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals make in California?
Last updated: 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Attend to live farm, ranch, open range or aquacultural animals that may include cattle, sheep, swine, goats, horses and other equines, poultry, rabbits, finfish, shellfish, and bees. Attend to animals produced for animal products, such as meat, fur, skins, feathers, eggs, milk, and honey. Duties may include feeding, watering, herding, grazing, milking, castrating, branding, de-beaking, weighing, catching, and loading animals. May maintain records on animals; examine animals to detect diseases and injuries; assist in birth deliveries; and administer medications, vaccinations, or insecticides as appropriate. May clean and maintain animal housing areas. Includes workers who shear wool from sheep and collect eggs in hatcheries.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals in California range from $34,130 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $49,440 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $34,130 and $43,460.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,130 | $16.41 | $2,844 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,130 | $16.41 | $2,844 |
| Median (50th) | $35,310 | $16.98 | $2,942 |
| 75th Percentile | $43,460 | $20.89 | $3,621 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $49,440 | $23.77 | $4,120 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $39,790 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2024 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