How much does a food science technician make in Alabama?
$40,940a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Alabama. That is $19.68 an hour or $3,412 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.68
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,530Median: $40,940Highest 10%: $62,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,530 | $18.52 | |
| 25th | $38,640 | $18.58 | |
| Median | $40,940 | $19.68 | |
| 75th | $44,470 | $21.38 | |
| 90th | $62,060 | $29.84 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 33. Utah | $45,110 |
| 34. Indiana | $44,630 |
| 35. Louisiana | $44,310 |
| 36. Alabama | $40,940 |
| 37. Kansas | $39,930 |
| 38. South Carolina | $39,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $19.68 ($40,940 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $40,940 against $52,130 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Alabama rank for food science technician pay?
Alabama ranks 36 of 38 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.