Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Missouri
Food Scientists and Technologists in Missouri earn a median of $105,930 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $105,930
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,400; the top 10% earn over $154,540. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
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- Soil and Plant Scientists$76,080 median in Missouri
- Microbiologists$78,590 median in Missouri
- Validation Engineers$99,290 median in Missouri (broader BLS group)
- Materials Engineers$98,860 median in Missouri
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$157,800 median in Missouri (broader BLS group)
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors$89,820 median in Missouri
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Missouri
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Missouri?
The median is $105,930 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,400 and the top 10% earn over $154,540. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 39 (+19% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.