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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers salary in Sacramento, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Sacramento metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$119,700
Mean annual$126,930
Range (10th to 90th)$82,560 to $169,990
Sacramento, California employment40
State vs national+34.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Sacramento farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$82,56025TH$99,520MEDIAN$119,70075TH$134,45090TH$169,990

The middle 50% of workers earn between $99,520 and $134,450, with a median of $119,700.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Problem Sensitivity

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Production and Processing

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    3.9 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    3.9 / 5
  • Biology

    Knowledge

    3.8 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Collect and record growth, production, and environmental data.

  2. 02

    Manage nurseries that grow horticultural plants for sale to trade or retail customers, for display or exhibition, or for research.

  3. 03

    Direct and monitor trapping and spawning of fish, egg incubation, and fry rearing, applying knowledge of management and fish culturing techniques.

  4. 04

    Direct and monitor the transfer of mature fish to lakes, ponds, streams, or commercial tanks.

  5. 05

    Determine how to allocate resources and to respond to unanticipated problems, such as insect infestation, drought, and fire.

  6. 06

    Determine plant growing conditions, such as greenhouses, hydroponics, or natural settings, and set planting and care schedules.

  7. 07

    Devise and participate in activities to improve fish hatching and growth rates, and to prevent disease in hatcheries.

  8. 08

    Position and regulate plant irrigation systems, and program environmental and irrigation control computers.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in Sacramento, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in the Sacramento metropolitan area is $119,700.
Does Sacramento pay more than the California state average for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers?
The Sacramento metro median is +11.1% versus the California state median of $107,780.
How does Sacramento compare to the national median for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers?
The Sacramento metro median is +34.0% versus the BLS national figure of $89,306.
What is the salary range for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in Sacramento?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $82,560 and the 90th-percentile at $169,990 for the Sacramento metro area.
What education is required for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Sacramento CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.