Food Science Technicians Salary in Merced, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Merced, CA

Median annual salary $58,880 +19.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.31
10th percentile $44,850
90th percentile $66,460
Employed locally 220
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,850
    25th
    $46,110
    50th (median)
    $58,880
    75th
    $66,460
    90th
    $66,460

    Merced economic context

    Unemployment rate 9.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $65,044 2023 • Census ACS
    Food Science Technicians salary vs area income 91% Median Food Science Technicians salary is 9% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Merced, CA is $28.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Merced, CA is 19.1% above 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 Merced?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $44,850 per year in Merced, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,110.