Agronomy Research Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Agronomy Research Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Agronomy Research Manager in the United States is $72,731 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, an Agronomy Research Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,144
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,981 to $78,182
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,016
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Agronomy Research Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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75th Percentile $78,182 $6,515 $1,503 $38
Average $72,731 $6,061 $1,399 $35
25th Percentile $63,981 $5,332 $1,230 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Agronomy Research Manager Salaries

An Agronomy Research Manager'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Agronomy Research Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Agronomy Research Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $61,690
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,338
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,031
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $122,967
  • Expert (over 8 years): $92,395
Levels Salary
Technical... Level Agronomy Research Manager$61,690
Agronomy ... Level Agronomy Research Manager$73,338
Technical... Level Agronomy Research Manager$89,031
Technical... Level Agronomy Research Manager$122,967
Technical... Level Agronomy Research Manager$92,395
$61,690 0 yr
$73,338 < 2 yrs
$89,031 2-4 yrs
$122,967 5-8 yrs
$92,395 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Agronomy Research Manager 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 Agronomy Research Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $80,527.
  • California: $80,222.
  • Massachusetts: $79,153.

Top Paying Cities for Agronomy Research Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $91,735
  • San Francisco: $90,731
  • Oakland: $88,819

What Skills Can Increase an Agronomy Research Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Presentation (Mentioned in 6.9% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
  • Adult Learning (Mentioned in 2.08% Job Postings): Adult education is a practice in which adults engage in systematic and sustained self-educating activities in order to gain new forms of knowledge, skills, attitudes, or values.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Presentation 6.9%
Adult Learning 2.08%
Computer Science 1.45%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Agronomy Research Manager's salary.
  • Bookkeeping: Can increase your salary by up to 82%.
  • Eclipse: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Team Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Bookkeeping
$132,370
82%
Eclipse
$88,004
21%
Team Operations
$82,913
14%
Java
$80,731
11%
Train The Trainer
$78,549
8%
Innovation
$77,822
7%
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Agronomy Research Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Agronomy Research Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Hospitality & Leisure sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Agronomy Research Manager positions in Healthcare or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Agronomy Research Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Agronomy Research Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$87,277$42.020%
Hospitality & Leisure$83,640$40.015%
Business Services$80,004$38.010%
MFG Durable$80,004$38.010%
Telecom$80,004$38.010%

How Education impacts an Agronomy Research Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Agronomy Research Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Agronomy Research Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $76,145 and $80,944).

Agronomy Research Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Agronomy Research Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 14.3%
Associates 12.7%
Bachelors 47.2%
Masters 24.6%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Agronomy Research Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Agronomy Research Manager'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Agronomy Research Manager

Salaries for an Agronomy Research Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $67,768 in 2023 to around $67,774 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Agronomy Research Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Agronomy Research Manager Over Time

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2023
$67,768
2024
$67,891
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$67,774
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FAQ about Agronomy Research Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Agronomy Research Manager?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Agronomy Research Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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