Food Science Technicians Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $46,860 -5.2% vs national
Median hourly $22.53
10th percentile $37,610
90th percentile $59,490
Employed locally 40
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,610
    25th
    $38,570
    50th (median)
    $46,860
    75th
    $50,380
    90th
    $59,490

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,070
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $67,140
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $75,350
    Conservation Scientists $74,070
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,590
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $54,720

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Northwest Minnesota is $22.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.47 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Northwest Minnesota is 5.2% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,610 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,570.