Food Scientists and Technologists Salary in Colorado
Ranked #4 of 39 · CO
9.2% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $104,170 ≈ $50/hr
Median annual salary $99,580
Employment 320
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $66,280P25 $74,830 Median $99,580P75 $130,830P90 $161,640
About 80% of food scientists and technologistss in Colorado earn between $66,280 and $161,640. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean food scientists and technologists salary in Colorado is $104,170, about 9.2% above the U.S. average ($95,360). That works out to roughly $50/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $99,900 | $107,360 | 220 |