Food Science Technicians Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,650 +4.5% vs national
Median hourly $24.83
10th percentile $43,820
90th percentile $56,760
Employed locally 40
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,820
    25th
    $46,640
    50th (median)
    $51,650
    75th
    $53,350
    90th
    $56,760

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Conservation Scientists $59,070
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $103,860
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $46,810
    Chemists $76,310
    Agricultural Technicians $36,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,810

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Science Technicians make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Northeast Iowa is $24.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.33 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Food Science Technicians salaries?

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Northeast Iowa is 4.5% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $43,820 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,640.