Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Virginia
Food Scientists and Technologists in Virginia earn a median of $93,590 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $93,590
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,000; the top 10% earn over $160,700. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
States ranked near Virginia
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- Soil and Plant Scientists$73,920 median in Virginia
- Microbiologists$77,820 median in Virginia
- Validation Engineers$102,550 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
- Materials Scientists$124,150 median in Virginia
- Materials Engineers$116,720 median in Virginia
- Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers$176,160 median in Virginia (broader BLS group)
Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Virginia
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Virginia?
The median is $93,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $66,000 and the top 10% earn over $160,700. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 39 (+5% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.