Food Science Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $50,710 +2.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.38
10th percentile $38,600
90th percentile $59,490
Employed locally 40
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,600
    25th
    $45,240
    50th (median)
    $50,710
    75th
    $59,490
    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists $40,490
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,030
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,580
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $81,240
    Agricultural Technicians $51,600
    Biological Technicians $44,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $24.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 2.6% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,600 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,240.