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Salary · Iowa · BLS OEWS May 2024

Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Iowa

In Iowa, food scientists and technologists earn a median of $63,450 per year.

Median (Iowa)
$63,450
Bottom 10%
$41,120
Top 10%
$99,950
Employed in Iowa
410

How Iowa compares

Refit analysis ·In Iowa, food scientists and technologists earn a median of $63,450 — 26% below the national median of $85,310. Locally the range runs $41,120 to $99,950. About 410 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·Iowa ranks #34 of 36 states for food scientists and technologists pay — roughly the 6th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (New Jersey, $102,630) by 62%. State employment of about 410 also shapes how competitive local openings are.

National benchmark

US median
$85,310
US bottom 10%
$49,580
US top 10%
$141,860

Skills that move pay in this role

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning
  • Active Listening
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Science
  • Monitoring

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