Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Washington
Food Scientists and Technologists in Washington earn a median of $94,990 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $94,990
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($88,720)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,520; the top 10% earn over $162,740. Nationally the range is $52,920 to $145,280.
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- Materials Scientists$127,250 median in Washington
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Food Scientists and Technologists pay in Washington
How much do food scientists and technologists make in Washington?
The median is $94,990 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,520 and the top 10% earn over $162,740. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for food scientists and technologists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 39 (+7% vs. the national median of $88,720). Living costs are not included.