How much does a soil and plant scientist make in Arizona?
$83,840a year
Median yearly pay for soil and plant scientists in Arizona. That is $40.31 an hour or $6,987 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.31
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,250Median: $83,840Highest 10%: $124,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,250 | $19.35 | |
| 25th | $46,190 | $22.21 | |
| Median | $83,840 | $40.31 | |
| 75th | $108,700 | $52.28 | |
| 90th | $124,900 | $60.05 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $82,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for soil and plant scientists.
| 8. Oregon | $85,150 |
| 9. Maryland | $85,020 |
| 10. Hawaii | $84,390 |
| 11. Arizona | $83,840 |
| 12. Indiana | $80,030 |
| 13. Washington | $79,970 |
| 14. Minnesota | $79,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a soil and plant scientist make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $40.31 ($83,840 a year).
Do soil and plant scientists make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $83,840 against $78,850 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Arizona rank for soil and plant scientist pay?
Arizona ranks 11 of 46 states.
Which city in Arizona pays soil and plant scientists the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $82,510 a year.
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.