Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Alabama
Food Scientists and Technologists in Alabama earn a median of $97,480 a year, +10% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $97,480
- vs. U.S. median
- +10% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range in Alabama
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,510; the top 10% earn over $122,790. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Alabama
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- Soil and Plant Scientists$63,010 median in Alabama
- Microbiologists$65,690 median in Alabama
- Validation Engineers$99,880 median in Alabama (broader BLS group)
- Materials Engineers$107,580 median in Alabama
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$162,350 median in Alabama (broader BLS group)
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors$105,490 median in Alabama
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Alabama
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Alabama?
The median is $97,480 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,510 and the top 10% earn over $122,790. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alabama a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 39 (+10% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.