Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Miami, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL

Median annual salary $89,620 +5.1% vs national
Median hourly $43.09
10th percentile $50,010
90th percentile $180,430
Employed locally 40
National median $85,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,010
    25th
    $50,010
    50th (median)
    $89,620
    75th
    $121,880
    90th
    $180,430

    Miami economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,481 2023 • Census ACS
    Food Scientists and Technologists salary vs area income 122% Median Food Scientists and Technologists salary is 22% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Food Scientists and Technologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $105,670
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $103,810
    New Jersey $102,630
    New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ $102,630
    Ann Arbor, MI $102,570
    District of Columbia $102,500

    Nearby metros — Food Scientists and Technologists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Florida $92,760

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    OccupationMedian salary
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    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $79,110
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $65,310
    Biological Technicians $49,650
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Scientists and Technologists make per hour in Miami?

    The median hourly wage for Food Scientists and Technologists in Miami, FL is $43.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $86.75 or more per hour.

    Is Miami above or below average for Food Scientists and Technologists salaries?

    The median Food Scientists and Technologists salary in Miami, FL is 5.1% above the national median of $85,310. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Scientists and Technologists in Miami?

    Entry-level Food Scientists and Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,010 per year in Miami, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,010.