How much does a soil and plant scientist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for soil and plant scientists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $46.09 an hour or $7,989 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.09
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 82
- Jobs in the area
- 230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,250 | $30.41 | |
| 25th | $79,230 | $38.09 | |
| Median | $95,870 | $46.09 | |
| 75th | $128,600 | $61.83 | |
| 90th | $171,000 | $82.20 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for soil and plant scientists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $171,600 |
| Physical Scientist | $171,000 |
| Astronomer | $156,800 |
| Economist | $156,800 |
| Political Scientist | $156,700 |
| Hydrologist | $152,700 |
| Chemist | $144,700 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $138,300 |
| Geoscientist | $132,600 |
| Psychologist | $129,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a soil and plant scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $46.09 ($95,870 a year).
Do soil and plant scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $95,870 against $78,850 nationally, 22% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $107,100, so Washington pays 11% less.
Where does Washington rank for soil and plant scientist pay?
13 of 82 metro areas with data.
How much does a soil and plant scientist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $63,250 or less a year; the top 10% make $171,000 or more.
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.