Food Science Technicians Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,130 +5.5% vs national
Median hourly $25.06
10th percentile $51,610
90th percentile $59,630
Employed locally 60
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,610
    25th
    $52,070
    50th (median)
    $52,130
    75th
    $52,130
    90th
    $59,630

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemists $78,550
    Chemical Technicians $60,630
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $73,610
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,880
    Biological Technicians $45,480
    Conservation Scientists $45,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Science Technicians make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Southern Michigan is $25.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.67 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Food Science Technicians salaries?

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Southern Michigan is 5.5% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $51,610 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,070.