Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Grade, sort, or classify unprocessed food and other agricultural products by size, weight, color, or condition.
Median pay: $35,730/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -5.4% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 5,100 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Place products in containers according to grade and mark grades on containers.
• Weigh products or estimate their weight, visually or by feel.
• Discard inferior or defective products or foreign matter, and place acceptable products in containers for further processing.
• Grade and sort products according to factors such as color, species, length, width, appearance, feel, smell, and quality to ensure correct processing and usage.
What's the median pay for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products?
The median pay for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products is $35,730 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products?
Employment for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products is projected to change -5.4% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products?
Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential.
How many job openings are there each year for Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products?
About 5,100 openings per year, on average, over the decade.