Food Science Technicians Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $54,800 +10.9% vs national
Median hourly $26.35
10th percentile $45,530
90th percentile $62,780
Employed locally 60
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,530
    25th
    $48,330
    50th (median)
    $54,800
    75th
    $61,230
    90th
    $62,780

    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 Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,230
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$98,400
    Food Scientists and Technologists$62,720
    Soil and Plant Scientists$66,300
    Conservation Scientists$72,550
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$44,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Northwest Iowa is $26.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Northwest Iowa is 10.9% 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 Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $45,530 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,330.