Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $75,680 +6% vs national
Median hourly $36.38
10th percentile $49,330
90th percentile $120,020
Employed locally 40
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,330
    25th
    $60,380
    50th (median)
    $75,680
    75th
    $96,200
    90th
    $120,020

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists$59,070
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$103,860
    Chemists$76,310
    Agricultural Technicians$36,660
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$46,810
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,810

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Northeast Iowa is $36.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Northeast Iowa is 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $49,330 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,380.