There’s a Wide Range of Income Categories Among Full-Time Farriers
With an annual average income of $116,486, there’s a wide range of income categories among full-time farriers.
| Yearly Income Range | % of Farriers |
| $10,000-$29,999 | 5% |
| $30,000-$49,999 | 11% |
| $50,000-$99,999 | 39% |
| $100,000-$149,999 | 17% |
| $150,000-$199,999 | 13% |
| $200,000-$299,999 | 10% |
| Over $300,000 | 5% |
— 2020 American Farriers Journal Business Practices survey
What are the Four Major Issues Facing the Equine Industry?
| Major Equine Concerns | % of Owners |
| Unwanted horses | 38% |
| Cost of keeping horses | 36% |
| Loss of trails and riding areas | 30% |
| Competition for open space | 28% |
— 2018 survey of 9,012 horse owners by American Horse Publications
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