How much does a food science technician make in Eugene?
$49,680a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area. That is $23.88 an hour or $4,140 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.88
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,870Median: $49,680Highest 10%: $63,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,870 | $21.57 | |
| 25th | $46,910 | $22.55 | |
| Median | $49,680 | $23.88 | |
| 75th | $57,460 | $27.63 | |
| 90th | $63,760 | $30.65 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for food science technicians.
| Portland, OR | $51,570 |
| Salem, OR | $45,200 |
Related jobs in Eugene
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $133,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $122,400 |
| Chemist | $102,500 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $102,400 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $98,450 |
| Environmental Scientist and Specialist | $98,050 |
| Zoologist and Wildlife Biologist | $80,990 |
| Forester | $79,980 |
| Biological Scientist | $76,400 |
| Survey Researcher | $64,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Eugene?
The median hourly pay in the Eugene-Springfield, OR metro area is $23.88 ($49,680 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Eugene than the national average?
No: $49,680 against $52,130 nationally, 5% less.
How does Eugene compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $50,590, so Eugene pays 2% less.
Where does Eugene rank for food science technician pay?
49 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a food science technician make starting out in Eugene?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,870 or less a year; the top 10% make $63,760 or more.
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.