Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Arizona
Food Scientists and Technologists in Arizona earn a median of $90,450 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,450
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 17 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- Not published
Pay range in Arizona
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,890; the top 10% earn over $134,320. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Arizona
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Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Arizona
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Arizona?
The median is $90,450 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,890 and the top 10% earn over $134,320. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arizona a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 17 of 39 (+2% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.