Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $76,800 -10% vs national
Median hourly $36.92
10th percentile $45,540
90th percentile $157,290
Employed locally 50
National median $85,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,540
    25th
    $58,620
    50th (median)
    $76,800
    75th
    $114,560
    90th
    $157,290

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists $40,490
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,030
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,580
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,240
    Agricultural Technicians $51,600
    Biological Technicians $44,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Scientists and Technologists in Southwest Minnesota is $36.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $75.62 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Scientists and Technologists salary in Southwest Minnesota is 10% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Food Scientists and Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $45,540 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,620.