How much does a soil and plant scientist make in Alaska?
$100,300a year
Median yearly pay for soil and plant scientists in Alaska. That is $48.23 an hour or $8,360 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.23
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,690Median: $100,300Highest 10%: $167,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,690 | $35.43 | |
| 25th | $78,290 | $37.64 | |
| Median | $100,300 | $48.23 | |
| 75th | $121,200 | $58.25 | |
| 90th | $167,200 | $80.37 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for soil and plant scientists.
| 1. District of Columbia | $107,100 |
| 2. Florida | $103,200 |
| 3. Alaska | $100,300 |
| 4. Iowa | $96,310 |
| 5. Idaho | $95,150 |
| 6. New Jersey | $91,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a soil and plant scientist make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $48.23 ($100,300 a year).
Do soil and plant scientists make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $100,300 against $78,850 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Alaska rank for soil and plant scientist pay?
Alaska ranks 3 of 46 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.