Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a soil and plant scientists in U.S. is $71,410/year ($34.33/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $45K at the entry level to $131K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $71K get you in U.S.?
About soil and plant scientists
Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level soil and plant scientists (10th percentile) start around $45K. Mid-career wages sit at $71K.Top earners bring in $131K or more - a $86K spread from bottom to top.
Soil and Plant Scientists pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $101K | +41% | 60 |
| Idaho | $90K | +27% | 430 |
| Maine | $88K | +24% | 60 |
| Connecticut | $88K | +23% | 170 |
| New Jersey | $85K | +19% | 160 |
| Arkansas | $85K | +18% | N/A |
| Washington | $82K | +15% | 610 |
| California | $81K | +13% | 1,710 |
| Indiana | $80K | +12% | 520 |
| Mississippi | $80K | +12% | 60 |
| Oregon | $79K | +11% | 490 |
| Ohio | $79K | +11% | 270 |
| Florida | $78K | +9% | 290 |
| Wyoming | $78K | +9% | 60 |
| Nevada | $77K | +8% | 40 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do soil and plant scientists make in U.S.?
The median is $71,410 a year - that works out to about $34.33 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $45,320, and experienced soil and plant scientists can clear $131,440. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $71K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,885/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 28.9% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a soil and plant scientists salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median soil and plant scientists salary is worth about $71,410 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do soil and plant scientists get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.