Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,500 -12.5% vs national
Median hourly $30.05
10th percentile $33,280
90th percentile $106,070
National median $71,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,280
    25th
    $33,280
    50th (median)
    $62,500
    75th
    $78,960
    90th
    $106,070

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,510
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,520
    Food Scientists and Technologists $62,950
    Chemical Technicians $45,610
    Food Science Technicians $50,480
    School Psychologists $84,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Soil and Plant Scientists make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Soil and Plant Scientists in Southeast Minnesota is $30.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.46 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Soil and Plant Scientists salaries?

    The median Soil and Plant Scientists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 12.5% 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 Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Soil and Plant Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $33,280 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,280.