Food Science Technicians Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $52,180 +5.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.09
10th percentile $48,310
90th percentile $67,290
Employed locally 30
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,310
    25th
    $48,910
    50th (median)
    $52,180
    75th
    $64,160
    90th
    $67,290

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $76,990
    Soil and Plant Scientists $74,950
    Conservation Scientists $65,960
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $48,280
    Chemists $80,980
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $54,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Southeast Iowa is $25.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.35 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Southeast Iowa is 5.6% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $48,310 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,910.