Meat Grader Career

*A job as a Meat Grader falls under the broader career category of Agricultural Inspectors. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Agricultural Inspectors : Inspect agricultural commodities, processing equipment, and facilities, and fish and logging operations, to ensure compliance with regulations and laws governing health, quality, and safety.


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Agricultural Inspector Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$44,260

Median Hourly Wage

$21.28*

Total Employed Nationally

14,710


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.