Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in East North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $87,540 +22.6% vs national
Median hourly $42.09
10th percentile $29,250
90th percentile $123,400
Employed locally 60
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,250
    25th
    $56,420
    50th (median)
    $87,540
    75th
    $105,550
    90th
    $123,400

    Top-paying metros for Soil and Plant Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Modesto, CA $113,340
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $105,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $103,620
    Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA $101,250
    District of Columbia $100,820
    Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area $100,490

    Related occupations in East North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists$79,790
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$83,740
    Biological Scientists, All Other$72,550
    Urban and Regional Planners$77,040
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$51,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Soil and Plant Scientists make per hour in East North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in East North Dakota is $42.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.08 or more per hour.

    Is East North Dakota above or below average for Soil and Plant Scientists salaries?

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in East North Dakota is 22.6% above the national median of $71,410. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Soil and Plant Scientists in East North Dakota?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $29,250 per year in East North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,420.