How much does a food science technician make in Illinois?
$60,820a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Illinois. That is $29.24 an hour or $5,068 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.24
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,860Median: $60,820Highest 10%: $104,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,860 | $22.53 | |
| 25th | $50,730 | $24.39 | |
| Median | $60,820 | $29.24 | |
| 75th | $81,090 | $38.99 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.13 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $66,630 |
| St. Louis, MO | $66,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 2. Kentucky | $64,770 |
| 3. Washington | $62,070 |
| 4. Vermont | $60,980 |
| 5. Illinois | $60,820 |
| 6. Missouri | $59,570 |
| 7. Nevada | $59,070 |
| 8. Colorado | $58,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $29.24 ($60,820 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $60,820 against $52,130 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Illinois rank for food science technician pay?
Illinois ranks 5 of 38 states.
Which city in Illinois pays food science technicians the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $66,630 a year.
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.