How much does a food scientist and technologist make in Alabama?
$97,480a year
Median yearly pay for food scientist and technologists in Alabama. That is $46.87 an hour or $8,123 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.87
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,510Median: $97,480Highest 10%: $122,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,510 | $28.13 | |
| 25th | $82,730 | $39.77 | |
| Median | $97,480 | $46.87 | |
| 75th | $113,600 | $54.63 | |
| 90th | $122,800 | $59.03 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food scientist and technologists.
| 6. Colorado | $99,580 |
| 7. Minnesota | $99,280 |
| 8. Kentucky | $98,710 |
| 9. Alabama | $97,480 |
| 10. Washington | $94,990 |
| 11. Illinois | $94,340 |
| 12. New York | $94,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food scientist and technologist make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $46.87 ($97,480 a year).
Do food scientist and technologists make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $97,480 against $88,720 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Alabama rank for food scientist and technologist pay?
Alabama ranks 9 of 39 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.