Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Nebraska
Food Scientists and Technologists in Nebraska earn a median of $72,230 a year, −19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $72,230
- vs. U.S. median
- −19% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 36 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range in Nebraska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,710; the top 10% earn over $129,740. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
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- Animal Scientists$55,300 median in Nebraska
- Soil and Plant Scientists$77,500 median in Nebraska
- Microbiologists$72,470 median in Nebraska
- Validation Engineers$98,170 median in Nebraska (broader BLS group)
- Materials Engineers$98,270 median in Nebraska
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$141,020 median in Nebraska (broader BLS group)
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Nebraska
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Nebraska?
The median is $72,230 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,710 and the top 10% earn over $129,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nebraska a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 36 of 39 (−19% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.