Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $88,300 +23.7% vs national
Median hourly $42.45
10th percentile $49,660
90th percentile $108,570
Employed locally 40
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,660
    25th
    $72,050
    50th (median)
    $88,300
    75th
    $100,150
    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $53,250
    Biological Technicians $39,560
    Food Science Technicians $39,840
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,940
    Conservation Scientists $74,960
    Urban and Regional Planners $67,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Soil and Plant Scientists make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Southeast-Central Idaho is $42.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $62.19 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Soil and Plant Scientists salaries?

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 23.7% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $49,660 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,050.