Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,570 -41.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.83
10th percentile $43,010
90th percentile $99,930
Employed locally 40
National median $85,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,010
    25th
    $43,010
    50th (median)
    $49,570
    75th
    $83,910
    90th
    $99,930

    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

    Related occupations in Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $53,250
    Biological Technicians $39,560
    Food Science Technicians $39,840
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,940
    Conservation Scientists $74,960
    Urban and Regional Planners $67,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Scientists and Technologists make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Food Scientists and Technologists in Southeast-Central Idaho is $23.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.04 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Food Scientists and Technologists salaries?

    The median Food Scientists and Technologists salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 41.9% below 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Food Scientists and Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $43,010 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,010.