Soil and Plant Scientists pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for soil and plant scientists is $36.70 an hour ($76,330 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($78,850). North Carolina ranks 20th of 46 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for soil and plant scientists in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.81 | $47,430 |
| 25% of workers | $28.46 | $59,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.70 | $76,330 |
| 75% of workers | $49.46 | $102,890 |
| 90% of workers | $65.79 | $136,830 |
Soil and Plant Scientists pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $86,570 | 70 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $78,020 | 160 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $76,330 | 100 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $74,280 | 30 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for soil and plant scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $102,980 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $100,070 |
| Microbiologists | $85,860 |
| Biochemists and Biophysicists | $82,220 |
| Conservation Scientists | $64,460 |
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