Salary by Education Level
What the Data Shows
For Soil and Plant Scientists positions, filings requiring a Master's degree carried an average declared salary of $75,367 versus $62,824 for those requiring a Bachelor's - a premium of +20%. Across all certified filings with a stated education level, 37.5% accepted a Bachelor's degree as the minimum requirement.
Education vs Salary
| Education Level | Average Salary | Filings | % of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | $132,192 | 1 | 1% |
| Doctorate | $80,765 | 29 | 27.9% |
| Master's | $75,367 | 34 | 32.7% |
| Associate's | $66,914 | 1 | 1% |
| Bachelor's | $62,824 | 39 | 37.5% |