BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Food Scientists and Technologists in California earn between $60,060 and $140,810, with a mean of $97,980. The national average for this role is $95,406.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| California | $97,980 |
| National Average | $95,406 |
| Massachusetts | $116,780 |
| New Jersey | $112,340 |
| South Carolina | $111,910 |
| Colorado | $104,170 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. California. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.