How much does a food science technician make in Indiana?
$44,630a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Indiana. That is $21.46 an hour or $3,719 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.46
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,410Median: $44,630Highest 10%: $68,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,410 | $19.43 | |
| 25th | $40,410 | $19.43 | |
| Median | $44,630 | $21.46 | |
| 75th | $51,820 | $24.91 | |
| 90th | $68,550 | $32.96 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $84,320 |
| Chicago, IL | $66,630 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $64,480 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $44,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 31. Arkansas | $46,810 |
| 32. New Mexico | $46,500 |
| 33. Utah | $45,110 |
| 34. Indiana | $44,630 |
| 35. Louisiana | $44,310 |
| 36. Alabama | $40,940 |
| 37. Kansas | $39,930 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $21.46 ($44,630 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $44,630 against $52,130 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Indiana rank for food science technician pay?
Indiana ranks 34 of 38 states.
Which city in Indiana pays food science technicians the most?
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $84,320 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.