Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,990 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $35.57
10th percentile $50,980
90th percentile $161,050
Employed locally 40
National median $85,310

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,980
    25th
    $54,590
    50th (median)
    $73,990
    75th
    $98,390
    90th
    $161,050

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,050
    Conservation Scientists$69,120
    School Psychologists$74,530
    Foresters$64,000
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$62,140
    Food Science Technicians$48,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Scientists and Technologists in Western Wisconsin is $35.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.43 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Scientists and Technologists salary in Western Wisconsin is 13.3% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Food Scientists and Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,980 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,590.