Soil and Plant Scientists Salary in Wisconsin
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Wisconsin
Soil and Plant Scientists in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $62,717 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, -12.2% vs the national median of $71,410. An estimated 450 soil and plant scientists are employed across Wisconsin, with salaries ranging from $56,770 to $72,050 depending on location.
$62,717
Avg median salary in Wisconsin
$72,050
Highest paying metro
$56,770
Lowest paying metro
450
Employed in Wisconsin
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Soil and Plant Scientists salaries by city in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, WI | $72,050 | $64,060 | $81,600 | 210 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin | $64,730 | $62,540 | $74,000 | 50 |
| South Central Wisconsin | $62,960 | $46,160 | $78,020 | 40 |
| Appleton, WI | $61,620 | $59,020 | $73,720 | 40 |
| Milwaukee, WI | $58,170 | $48,290 | $68,060 | 80 |
| Green Bay, WI | $56,770 | $45,390 | $64,140 | 30 |