Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Texas
Food Scientists and Technologists in Texas earn a median of $90,610 a year, +2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,610
- vs. U.S. median
- +2% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 16 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 840
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,810; the top 10% earn over $136,100. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
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Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Texas
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Texas?
The median is $90,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,810 and the top 10% earn over $136,100. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 16 of 39 (+2% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.