How much does a food scientist and technologist make in Washington?
$94,990a year
Median yearly pay for food scientist and technologists in Washington. That is $45.67 an hour or $7,916 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.67
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 39
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,520Median: $94,990Highest 10%: $162,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,520 | $27.17 | |
| 25th | $77,170 | $37.10 | |
| Median | $94,990 | $45.67 | |
| 75th | $128,900 | $61.97 | |
| 90th | $162,700 | $78.24 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $100,000 |
| Portland, OR | $80,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food scientist and technologists.
| 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 |
| 13. California | $93,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food scientist and technologist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $45.67 ($94,990 a year).
Do food scientist and technologists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $94,990 against $88,720 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for food scientist and technologist pay?
Washington ranks 10 of 39 states.
Which city in Washington pays food scientist and technologists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $100,000 a year.
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.