Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,950 -26.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.27
10th percentile $44,740
90th percentile $119,240
Employed locally 90
National median $85,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,740
    25th
    $44,840
    50th (median)
    $62,950
    75th
    $98,420
    90th
    $119,240

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,510
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,520
    Chemical Technicians $45,610
    Food Science Technicians $50,480
    Chemists $79,680
    School Psychologists $84,870

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Scientists and Technologists in Southeast Minnesota is $30.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.72 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Scientists and Technologists salary in Southeast Minnesota is 26.2% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Food Scientists and Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $44,740 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,840.