Soil and Plant Scientists Salary (2025)
Based on 15,730 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,680 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $61,660 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $78,850 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $103,740 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $138,120 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$49K
25th
$62K
Median
$79K
75th
$104K
90th
$138K
Highest Paying States for Soil and Plant Scientists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $110,880 |
| Colorado | $107,330 |
| Iowa | $104,430 |
| Alaska | $102,230 |
| California | $99,260 |
| Florida | $98,800 |
| Maryland | $97,590 |
| Idaho | $96,080 |
| Indiana | $92,030 |
| New Jersey | $91,400 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Soil and Plant Scientists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $110,880 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $91,400 — a difference of $19,480. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Soil and Plant Scientists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 15,730 workers were employed as Soil and Plant Scientistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $87,720 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-1013