How much does a Plant Breeder make in Washington, DC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Plant Breeder in Washington, DC is $92,870. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $79,529 to $110,277, with most professionals earning between $67,383 and $126,125.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Plant Breeder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $67,383 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $79,529 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $92,870 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $110,277 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Plant Breeder Salary $126,125 Washington,DC March 01, 2025
25% $79,529 10% $67,383 90% $126,125 75% $110,277 $92,870 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Plant Breeder

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Plant Breeder in Washington, DC. The base salary for Plant Breeder ranges from $79,529 to $110,277 with the average base salary of $92,870. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $80,029 to $111,670 with the average total cash compensation of $93,596.
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About Washington, District of Columbia    Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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