Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Minnesota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Minnesota
Food Scientists and Technologists in Minnesota earn a median salary of $82,600 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -3.2% vs the national median of $85,310. An estimated 170 food scientists and technologists are employed across Minnesota, with salaries ranging from $62,950 to $97,390 depending on location.
$82,600
Avg median salary in Minnesota
$97,390
Highest paying metro
$62,950
Lowest paying metro
170
Employed in Minnesota
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Food Scientists and Technologists salaries by city in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN-WI | $97,390 | $79,790 | $128,600 | — |
| Rochester, MN | $93,260 | $76,400 | $123,140 | 30 |
| Southwest Minnesota | $76,800 | $58,620 | $114,560 | 50 |
| Southeast Minnesota | $62,950 | $44,840 | $98,420 | 90 |