Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations
Employment in farming, fishing, and forestry occupations is projected to grow 3 percent from 2020 to 2030, slower than the average for all occupations. About 26,600 new jobs are projected to be added.
Farming, fishing, and forestry occupations was one of the lowest paid occupational groups, with a median annual wage of $29,670 in May 2020 compared to the median annual wage for all occupations of $41,950.
BLS provides summary data, including employment projections, for farming, fishing, and forestry occupations not shown in the table on this page. That information is available on the Data for Occupations Not Covered in Detail page.
| Occupation | Job Summary | Entry-Level Education | 2020 MEDIAN PAY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Agricultural Workers |
Agricultural workers maintain crops and tend livestock. |
See How to Become One | $28,900 |
|
Fishing and Hunting Workers |
Fishing and hunting workers catch and trap various types of animal life. |
No formal educational credential | The annual wage is not available. |
|
Forest and Conservation Workers |
Forest and conservation workers measure and improve the quality of forests. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $30,640 |
|
Logging Workers |
Logging workers harvest forests to provide the raw material for many consumer goods and industrial products. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $42,350 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Occupations,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/farming-fishing-and-forestry/home.htm (visited November 11, 2021).
Last Modified Date: Wednesday, September 8, 2021
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