How much does a food science technician make in Jacksonville?
$83,030a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in the Jacksonville, FL metro area. That is $39.92 an hour or $6,919 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.92
- Vs. national median
- +59%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,340Median: $83,030Highest 10%: $103,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,340 | $19.88 | |
| 25th | $67,610 | $32.50 | |
| Median | $83,030 | $39.92 | |
| 75th | $83,030 | $39.92 | |
| 90th | $103,100 | $49.57 |
Other cities in Florida
Median yearly pay for food science technicians.
| Miami, FL | $50,890 |
Related jobs in Jacksonville
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $135,000 |
| Medical Scientist | $104,600 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $104,200 |
| Geoscientist | $97,470 |
| Biological Scientist | $83,780 |
| Chemist | $81,330 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $81,330 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $80,560 |
| School Psychologist | $79,830 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $74,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Jacksonville?
The median hourly pay in the Jacksonville, FL metro area is $39.92 ($83,030 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Jacksonville than the national average?
Yes: $83,030 against $52,130 nationally, 59% more.
How does Jacksonville compare with the rest of Florida?
The median in Florida is $58,500, so Jacksonville pays 42% more.
Where does Jacksonville rank for food science technician pay?
3 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a food science technician make starting out in Jacksonville?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $103,100 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.