How much does a Soil Scientist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Soil Scientist in the United States is $37 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $30 and $46. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Soil Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $23 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $30 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $37 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $46 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $55 US February 26, 2024
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Geology: Geology is the science that studies the Earth's physical structure and substances, the history of rocks, the processes that act on them and the most economic way to use the world's resources.

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Technical Writing: Technical writing is writing or drafting technical communication used in technical and occupational fields, such as computer hardware and software, engineering, chemistry, aeronautics, robotics, finance, medical, consumer electronics, biotechnology and forestry. Technical writing encompasses the largest sub-field within technical communication. The Society for Technical Communication defines technical communication as any form of communication that exhibits one or more of the following characteristics: "(1) communicating about technical or specialized topics, such as computer applications, medical procedures, or environmental regulations; (2) communicating by using technology, such as web pages, help files, or social media sites; or (3) providing instructions about how to do something, regardless of how technical the task is".

Analysis 16.67%
Geology 6.67%
Technical Writing 3.33%
Others 73.33%

Job Description for Soil Scientist

Soil Scientist studies, investigates, and conducts experiments on different soil/plant types to determine use capabilities of soils, and effects of alternative practices on soil productivity. Applies a wide range concepts, practices, and procedures from two or more specialized fields of science, such as agronomy, soil science, forestry, or agriculture. Being a Soil Scientist may require a bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences or a related field with at least 5 years of work experience. May direct the work of a small group of employees. Additionally, Soil Scientist relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a senior manager and may be considered the lead for a specific area or unit. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Soil Scientist salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Soil Scientist, the highest Soil Scientist salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Soil Scientist salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Soil Scientist salary is in Miami, FL, where the Soil Scientist salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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