Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Eastern Oregon

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $53,480 -25.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.71
10th percentile $46,670
90th percentile $98,110
Employed locally 50
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,670
    25th
    $47,870
    50th (median)
    $53,480
    75th
    $77,380
    90th
    $98,110

    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 Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $82,220
    Biological Technicians $43,770
    Conservation Scientists $72,550
    Biological Scientists, All Other $84,640
    Food Science Technicians $47,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Soil and Plant Scientists make per hour in Eastern Oregon?

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Eastern Oregon is $25.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.26 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Oregon above or below average for Soil and Plant Scientists salaries?

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Eastern Oregon is 25.1% below 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 Eastern Oregon?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $46,670 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,870.