Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,940 +9.1% vs national
Median hourly $37.47
10th percentile $53,360
90th percentile $108,570
Employed locally 40
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,360
    25th
    $62,890
    50th (median)
    $77,940
    75th
    $99,630
    90th
    $108,570

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $55,810
    Foresters $61,210
    Biological Scientists, All Other $86,940
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,270
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $58,260
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $79,300

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Northwestern Idaho is $37.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $85.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Northwestern Idaho is 9.1% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $53,360 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,890.