Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Ohio
Food Scientists and Technologists in Ohio earn a median of $76,780 a year, −13% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,780
- vs. U.S. median
- −13% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 34 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,870; the top 10% earn over $121,830. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Ohio
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- Soil and Plant Scientists$56,820 median in Ohio
- Microbiologists$72,500 median in Ohio
- Validation Engineers$100,060 median in Ohio (broader BLS group)
- Materials Scientists$108,830 median in Ohio
- Materials Engineers$106,510 median in Ohio
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$166,870 median in Ohio (broader BLS group)
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Ohio
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Ohio?
The median is $76,780 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,870 and the top 10% earn over $121,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 34 of 39 (−13% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.