Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,730 -9.4% vs national
Median hourly $31.12
10th percentile $57,790
90th percentile $91,890
Employed locally 50
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,790
    25th
    $62,540
    50th (median)
    $64,730
    75th
    $74,000
    90th
    $91,890

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Foresters$64,960
    Conservation Scientists$74,250
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$78,400
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$52,620
    Chemists$72,020
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$66,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $31.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.28 or more per hour.

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

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 9.4% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $57,790 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,540.