Food Science Technicians Salary in North Region of Texas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,340 -12.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.84
10th percentile $32,840
90th percentile $57,820
Employed locally 60
National median $49,430

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Food Science Technicians
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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,840
    25th
    $36,230
    50th (median)
    $43,340
    75th
    $43,700
    90th
    $57,820

    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

    Related occupations in North Region of Texas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$68,370
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$39,490
    Conservation Scientists$71,660
    Chemical Technicians$57,970
    School Psychologists$67,200
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$51,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Science Technicians make per hour in North Region of Texas?

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in North Region of Texas is $20.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.14 or more per hour.

    Is North Region of Texas above or below average for Food Science Technicians salaries?

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in North Region of Texas is 12.3% 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 North Region of Texas?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,840 per year in North Region of Texas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,230.