Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Oregon
Food Scientists and Technologists in Oregon earn a median of $81,660 a year, −8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $81,660
- vs. U.S. median
- −8% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 28 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,390; the top 10% earn over $118,250. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Oregon
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- Soil and Plant Scientists$85,150 median in Oregon
- Microbiologists$89,220 median in Oregon
- Validation Engineers$128,290 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
- Materials Scientists$150,550 median in Oregon
- Materials Engineers$122,850 median in Oregon
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$177,190 median in Oregon (broader BLS group)
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Oregon
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Oregon?
The median is $81,660 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,390 and the top 10% earn over $118,250. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 28 of 39 (−8% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.