Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in South Dakota
Food Scientists and Technologists in South Dakota earn a median of $71,330 a year, −20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $71,330
- vs. U.S. median
- −20% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 37 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range in South Dakota
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,990; the top 10% earn over $147,530. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
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- Animal Scientists$77,300 median in South Dakota
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- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$164,330 median in South Dakota (broader BLS group)
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in South Dakota
How much do food scientists and technologists make in South Dakota?
The median is $71,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,990 and the top 10% earn over $147,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is South Dakota a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 37 of 39 (−20% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.