Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $72,940 +2.1% vs national
Median hourly $35.07
10th percentile $52,440
90th percentile $97,900
Employed locally 150
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,440
    25th
    $62,100
    50th (median)
    $72,940
    75th
    $82,360
    90th
    $97,900

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Biological Technicians $49,520
    Agricultural Technicians $46,710
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $80,100
    Biological Scientists, All Other $82,220
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Eastern Washington is $35.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Eastern Washington is 2.1% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $52,440 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,100.