Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Arkansas
Food Scientists and Technologists in Arkansas earn a median of $84,330 a year, −5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $84,330
- vs. U.S. median
- −5% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 310
Pay range in Arkansas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,120; the top 10% earn over $165,790. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Arkansas
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- Microbiologists$59,750 median in Arkansas
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- Materials Engineers$103,900 median in Arkansas
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$140,600 median in Arkansas (broader BLS group)
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors$101,590 median in Arkansas
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Arkansas
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Arkansas?
The median is $84,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,120 and the top 10% earn over $165,790. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arkansas a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 39 (−5% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.