Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Iowa
Food Scientists and Technologists in Iowa earn a median salary of $63,823 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -25.2% vs the national median of $85,310. An estimated 340 food scientists and technologists are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $62,720 to $66,210 depending on location.
$63,823
Avg median salary in Iowa
$66,210
Highest paying metro
$62,720
Lowest paying metro
340
Employed in Iowa
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inFood Scientists and Technologists salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA-NE-SD | $66,210 | $59,710 | $81,530 | 40 |
| Des Moines, IA | $63,450 | $49,740 | $79,400 | 170 |
| Southeast Iowa | $62,910 | $51,980 | $79,910 | 50 |
| Northwest Iowa | $62,720 | $60,620 | $81,370 | 80 |