Food Science Technicians Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,720 -1.4% vs national
Median hourly $23.43
10th percentile $40,170
90th percentile $69,850
Employed locally 40
National median $49,430

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,170
    25th
    $46,870
    50th (median)
    $48,720
    75th
    $55,830
    90th
    $69,850

    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 Western Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,050
    Conservation Scientists$69,120
    School Psychologists$74,530
    Foresters$64,000
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$62,140
    Food Scientists and Technologists$73,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Food Science Technicians make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Food Science Technicians in Western Wisconsin is $23.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.47 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Food Science Technicians salaries?

    The median Food Science Technicians salary in Western Wisconsin is 1.4% 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 Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Food Science Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,170 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,870.