Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Wisconsin
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Wisconsin
Food Scientists and Technologists in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $76,593 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -10.2% vs the national median of $85,310. An estimated 250 food scientists and technologists are employed across Wisconsin, with salaries ranging from $73,990 to $81,060 depending on location.
$76,593
Avg median salary in Wisconsin
$81,060
Highest paying metro
$73,990
Lowest paying metro
250
Employed in Wisconsin
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inFood Scientists and Technologists salaries by city in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | $81,060 | $74,780 | $96,040 | 90 |
| Madison, WI | $76,490 | $55,810 | $98,300 | 60 |
| South Central Wisconsin | $74,830 | $54,590 | $95,990 | 60 |
| Western Wisconsin | $73,990 | $54,590 | $98,390 | 40 |