Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Tennessee
Soil and Plant Scientists in Tennessee earn a median salary of $66,780 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -6.5% vs the national median of $71,410. An estimated 210 soil and plant scientists are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $62,880 to $71,010 depending on location.
$66,780
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$71,010
Highest paying metro
$62,880
Lowest paying metro
210
Employed in Tennessee
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Soil and Plant Scientists salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $71,010 | $29,550 | $94,260 | 130 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $66,450 | $47,880 | $104,330 | 30 |
| Knoxville, TN | $62,880 | $51,180 | $66,180 | 50 |