Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $100,490 +40.7% vs national
Median hourly $48.31
10th percentile $62,170
90th percentile $155,020
Employed locally 70
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,170
    25th
    $71,530
    50th (median)
    $100,490
    75th
    $129,040
    90th
    $155,020

    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
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $100,370

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    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $56,380
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    Agricultural Technicians $46,040
    Chemists $75,580
    Psychologists, All Other $63,280

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Northwest Illinois is $48.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $74.53 or more per hour.

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

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Northwest Illinois is 40.7% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $62,170 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,530.