SOC 19-4013 · May 2025 · United States
Food Science Technicians
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Food Science Technicians across the United States is $52,130 per year, measured over 14,600 jobs. The highest state median is in Virginia, at $65,360.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Food Science Technicians
Pay for this occupation varies by 65.6% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Virginia pays $65,360 and South Carolina pays $39,480.
States with the most Food Science Technicians jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 3,990 | $54,200 | |
| 2 | Texas | 900 | $47,760 | |
| 3 | Oregon | 820 | $50,590 | |
| 4 | Washington | 660 | $62,070 | |
| 5 | New Jersey | 590 | $56,730 | |
| 6 | Pennsylvania | 590 | $48,060 | |
| 7 | New York | 580 | $55,470 | |
| 8 | Idaho | 560 | $48,980 | |
| 9 | Wisconsin | 540 | $55,690 | |
| 10 | Indiana | 530 | $44,630 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbus | $86,300 | 40 |
| 2 | Louisville/Jefferson County | $84,320 | 60 |
| 3 | Jacksonville | $83,030 | 50 |
| 4 | Seattle | $79,850 | 420 |
| 5 | Milwaukee | $73,030 | 60 |
| 6 | Virginia Beach | $72,950 | 40 |
| 7 | Chicago | $66,630 | 250 |
| 8 | St. Louis | $66,230 | 100 |
| 9 | Sacramento | $64,620 | 200 |
| 10 | Cincinnati | $64,480 | 80 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.