Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in New York
Food Scientists and Technologists in New York earn a median of $94,070 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $94,070
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 660
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,740; the top 10% earn over $137,570. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near New York
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Food Scientists and Technologists pay in New York
How much do food scientists and technologists make in New York?
The median is $94,070 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,740 and the top 10% earn over $137,570. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 39 (+6% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.