Food Science Technicians Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $50,480 +2.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.27
10th percentile $38,570
90th percentile $59,500
Employed locally 80
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,570
    25th
    $42,570
    50th (median)
    $50,480
    75th
    $59,500
    90th
    $59,500

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$44,510
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$93,520
    Food Scientists and Technologists$62,950
    Chemical Technicians$45,610
    School Psychologists$84,870
    Chemists$79,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Southeast Minnesota is $24.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.26 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Southeast Minnesota is 2.1% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,570 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,570.