What are the main factors that influence a Farm Hand's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Farm Hand's salary?

A Farm Hand's salary grows with experience: starting around $31,541 for beginners, reaching about $32,691 at mid-level, and approach $32,949 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Farm Hand?

Farm Hand salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Farm Hand roles are District of Columbia $34,364, California $34,234, Massachusetts $33,777. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Farm Hand roles make?

Salaries for Farm Hand level roles vary by specialization: Farm Director: $76,592; Farm Hand/Equipment Operator: $76,083; Farm Supervisor: $50,720; Farm Manager: $50,702; Farm Hand/Laborer: $44,083.

Farm Hand Salary in Delaware

How much does a Farm Hand make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Farm Hand in Delaware is $31,431 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

However, a Farm Hand's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $35,503
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,794 to $33,563
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,393

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Farm Hand Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,563	$2,797	$645	$16
Average	$31,431	$2,619	$604	$15
25th Percentile	$28,794	$2,399	$554	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Farm Hand Salaries

A Farm Hand's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Farm Hand	$31,541
Intermediate Level Farm Hand	$31,980
Senior Level Farm Hand	$32,691
Specialist Level Farm Hand	$32,788
Expert Level Farm Hand	$32,949

How Do Farm Hand Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Farm Hands. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $34,364.
California: $34,234.
Massachusetts: $33,777.

District of Columbia $34,364 California $34,234 Massachusetts $33,777 Washington $33,653 New Jersey $33,641 Alaska $33,597 Connecticut $33,169 New York $32,995

Hawaii $32,440 Rhode Island $32,179 Maryland $32,002 Minnesota $31,760 Colorado $31,667 Illinois $31,636 Oregon $31,518 Delaware $31,431

New Hampshire $31,376 Virginia $31,254 Pennsylvania $30,897 Nevada $30,717 North Dakota $30,658 Michigan $30,565 Wisconsin $30,531 Vermont $30,463

Texas $30,273 Maine $30,261 Arizona $30,242 Ohio $30,221 Georgia $29,935 Indiana $29,792 Wyoming $29,764 Utah $29,721

Iowa $29,702 Kansas $29,553 Louisiana $29,510 North Carolina $29,494 Missouri $29,488 Florida $29,367 Montana $29,302 Nebraska $29,240

Kentucky $29,206 South Carolina $29,081 Tennessee $29,004 Idaho $28,973 New Mexico $28,746 Oklahoma $28,697 Alabama $28,514 South Dakota $28,206

Arkansas $28,039 West Virginia $27,949 Mississippi $27,679

Top Paying Cities for Farm Hands

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $31,289
Little Creek: $31,518
Magnolia: $31,473

Lincoln, DE $31,289 Little Creek, DE $31,518 Magnolia, DE $31,473 Milford, DE $31,369 Marydel, DE $31,420 Millsboro, DE $31,158 Millville, DE $31,206 Milton, DE $31,260

Nassau, DE $31,283 Ocean View, DE $31,201 Rehoboth Beach, DE $31,261 Seaford, DE $31,279 Selbyville, DE $31,149 Smyrna, DE $31,540 Viola, DE $31,395 Woodside, DE $31,479

Bear, DE $31,407 Newark, DE $31,395 Claymont, DE $31,459 Delaware City, DE $31,426 Hockessin, DE $31,392 Kirkwood, DE $31,420 Middletown, DE $31,433 Montchanin, DE $31,399

New Castle, DE $31,404 Odessa, DE $31,448 Port Penn, DE $31,469 Rockland, DE $31,402 Saint Georges, DE $31,423 Townsend, DE $31,471 Winterthur, DE $31,406 Lewes, DE $31,272

Wilmington, DE $31,394 Dover, DE $31,518 Dover Afb, DE $31,352 Bethany Beach, DE $31,168 Bethel, DE $31,200 Bridgeville, DE $31,274 Camden Wyoming, DE $31,430 Cheswold, DE $31,508

Clayton, DE $31,509 Dagsboro, DE $31,146 Delmar, DE $31,096 Ellendale, DE $31,191 Felton, DE $31,366 Fenwick Island, DE $31,153 Frankford, DE $31,099 Frederica, DE $31,397

Georgetown, DE $31,135 Greenwood, DE $31,279 Harbeson, DE $31,168 Harrington, DE $31,327 Hartly, DE $31,424 Houston, DE $31,282 Kenton, DE $31,511 Laurel, DE $31,116

Yorklyn, DE $31,401

Farm Hand Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Farm Hand's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$28,794

Average $31,431/year

$33,563

$2,399

Average $2,619/month

$2,797

$554

Average $604/week

$645

$14

Average $15/hour

$16

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,563	$2,797	$645	$16
Average	$31,431	$2,619	$604	$15
25th Percentile	$28,794	$2,399	$554	$14

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Farm Hand Salary in Delaware

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