Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,710 +8.8% vs national
Median hourly $37.36
10th percentile $52,910
90th percentile $104,710
Employed locally 110
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,910
    25th
    $60,720
    50th (median)
    $77,710
    75th
    $102,590
    90th
    $104,710

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $67,610
    Conservation Scientists $45,880
    School Psychologists $65,260
    Chemists $59,820
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $54,270
    Urban and Regional Planners $89,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Kansas is $37.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Kansas is 8.8% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $52,910 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,720.