Food Science Technicians Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Iowa
Food Science Technicians in Iowa earn a median salary of $48,202 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -2.5% vs the national median of $49,430. An estimated 320 food science technicians are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $36,620 to $54,800 depending on location.
$48,202
Avg median salary in Iowa
$54,800
Highest paying metro
$36,620
Lowest paying metro
320
Employed in Iowa
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inFood Science Technicians salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Iowa | $54,800 | $48,330 | $61,230 | 60 |
| Southeast Iowa | $52,180 | $48,910 | $64,160 | 30 |
| Northeast Iowa | $51,650 | $46,640 | $53,350 | 40 |
| Des Moines, IA | $45,760 | $38,030 | $46,640 | 160 |
| Sioux City, IA-NE-SD | $36,620 | $33,540 | $43,480 | 30 |