The salary for an agricultural scientist can vary depending on factors such as level of education, years of experience, and specific job duties. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for agricultural and food scientists was $64,020 in May 2020. However, the top 10 percent earned more than $121,830, and the bottom 10 percent earned less than $40,200. Additionally, agricultural scientists working in research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences industry had the highest median salary of $90,810.