How much does a soil and plant scientist make in Florida?
$103,200a year
Median yearly pay for soil and plant scientists in Florida. That is $49.63 an hour or $8,603 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.63
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,940Median: $103,200Highest 10%: $125,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,940 | $23.53 | |
| 25th | $77,270 | $37.15 | |
| Median | $103,200 | $49.63 | |
| 75th | $115,200 | $55.39 | |
| 90th | $125,300 | $60.22 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Orlando, FL | $106,400 |
| Miami, FL | $103,700 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a soil and plant scientist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $49.63 ($103,200 a year).
Do soil and plant scientists make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $103,200 against $78,850 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Florida rank for soil and plant scientist pay?
Florida ranks 2 of 46 states.
Which city in Florida pays soil and plant scientists the most?
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL, with a median of $106,400 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.