National Wages 19-1012.00 - Food Scientists and Technologists Bright Outlook  

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $88,720.
  • 10% of workers earn $52,920 or less.
  • 10% of workers earn $145,280 or more.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationAnnual Low (10%)Annual QL (25%)Annual Median (50%)Annual QU (75%)Annual High (90%)
United States$52,920$68,810$88,720$116,650$145,280

In the United States:

  • Workers on average earn $42.65 per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $25.44 or less per hour.
  • 10% of workers earn $69.85 or more per hour.

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2025 wage data external site.

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LocationHourly Low (10%)Hourly QL (25%)Hourly Median (50%)Hourly QU (75%)Hourly High (90%)
United States$25.44$33.08$42.65$56.08$69.85