How much does a food science technician make in Kentucky?
$64,770a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Kentucky. That is $31.14 an hour or $5,398 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.14
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,170Median: $64,770Highest 10%: $84,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,170 | $20.27 | |
| 25th | $52,640 | $25.31 | |
| Median | $64,770 | $31.14 | |
| 75th | $80,490 | $38.70 | |
| 90th | $84,410 | $40.58 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $84,320 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $64,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 1. Virginia | $65,360 |
| 2. Kentucky | $64,770 |
| 3. Washington | $62,070 |
| 4. Vermont | $60,980 |
| 5. Illinois | $60,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $31.14 ($64,770 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Kentucky than the national average?
Yes: $64,770 against $52,130 nationally, 24% more.
Where does Kentucky rank for food science technician pay?
Kentucky ranks 2 of 38 states.
Which city in Kentucky 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.