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Soil and Plant Scientists average salary by city in North Carolina
- Durham$90,370
- Greensboro$88,830
- Raleigh$87,880
- Charlotte$84,650
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham | $90,370 | $86,570 | $62,550 | $69,308 | 98 |
| Greensboro | $88,830 | $74,280 | $60,360 | $68,286 | 93 |
| Raleigh | $87,880 | $78,020 | $67,030 | $67,656 | 98 |
| Charlotte | $84,650 | $76,330 | $50,800 | $65,512 | 97 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Soil and Plant Scientists salary in other states
More about pay in North Carolina
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-1013.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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