Salary distribution
Where San Diego farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $81,450 and $131,790, with a median of $102,780.
Typical entry
Education
High school diploma
Experience
5 years or more
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.1 / 5
Administration and Management
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Problem Sensitivity
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Production and Processing
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 3.9 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 3.8 / 5
Biology
Knowledge
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Collect and record growth, production, and environmental data.
- 02
Manage nurseries that grow horticultural plants for sale to trade or retail customers, for display or exhibition, or for research.
- 03
Direct and monitor trapping and spawning of fish, egg incubation, and fry rearing, applying knowledge of management and fish culturing techniques.
- 04
Direct and monitor the transfer of mature fish to lakes, ponds, streams, or commercial tanks.
- 05
Determine how to allocate resources and to respond to unanticipated problems, such as insect infestation, drought, and fire.
- 06
Determine plant growing conditions, such as greenhouses, hydroponics, or natural settings, and set planting and care schedules.
- 07
Devise and participate in activities to improve fish hatching and growth rates, and to prevent disease in hatcheries.
- 08
Position and regulate plant irrigation systems, and program environmental and irrigation control computers.
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How the San Diego metro compares to other major California metro areas for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers.
- Sacramento$119,700
- San Francisco$110,990
- Riverside$105,340
- Los Angeles$101,090
Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in San Diego, California?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in the San Diego metropolitan area is $102,780.
- Does San Diego pay more than the California state average for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers?
- The San Diego metro median is -4.6% versus the California state median of $107,780.
- How does San Diego compare to the national median for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers?
- The San Diego metro median is +15.1% versus the BLS national figure of $89,306.
- What is the salary range for Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in San Diego?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $72,670 and the 90th-percentile at $162,560 for the San Diego 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.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the San Diego 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.