Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Georgia
Food Scientists and Technologists in Georgia earn a median of $86,050 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $86,050
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 560
Pay range in Georgia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,030; the top 10% earn over $151,280. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Georgia
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- Soil and Plant Scientists$65,170 median in Georgia
- Microbiologists$103,070 median in Georgia
- Validation Engineers$100,100 median in Georgia (broader BLS group)
- Materials Scientists$91,970 median in Georgia
- Materials Engineers$100,840 median in Georgia
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$161,470 median in Georgia (broader BLS group)
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Georgia
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Georgia?
The median is $86,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $31,030 and the top 10% earn over $151,280. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Georgia a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 39 (−3% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.