Food Science Technicians Salary in Hartford, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT

Median annual salary $48,580 -1.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.36
10th percentile $39,420
90th percentile $55,970
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,420
    25th
    $44,590
    50th (median)
    $48,580
    75th
    $48,580
    90th
    $55,970

    Hartford economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $92,823 2023 • Census ACS
    Food Science Technicians salary vs area income 52% Median Food Science Technicians salary is 48% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Food Science Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $104,600
    Fort Collins-Loveland, CO $77,530
    Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC $76,690
    Jacksonville, FL $76,320
    Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI $73,030
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $65,220

    Nearby metros — Food Science Technicians salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Connecticut $48,580

    Related occupations in Hartford, CT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,340
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $87,570
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $98,800
    School Psychologists $98,790
    Chemists $77,920
    Urban and Regional Planners $96,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Science Technicians make per hour in Hartford?

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Hartford, CT is $23.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.91 or more per hour.

    Is Hartford above or below average for Food Science Technicians salaries?

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Hartford, CT is 1.7% below the national median of $49,430. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Food Science Technicians in Hartford?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,420 per year in Hartford, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,590.