How much does a food science technician make in Louisiana?
$44,310a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Louisiana. That is $21.30 an hour or $3,693 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.30
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,280Median: $44,310Highest 10%: $63,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,280 | $16.96 | |
| 25th | $36,940 | $17.76 | |
| Median | $44,310 | $21.30 | |
| 75th | $46,680 | $22.44 | |
| 90th | $63,230 | $30.40 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 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 |
| 38. South Carolina | $39,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $21.30 ($44,310 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $44,310 against $52,130 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for food science technician pay?
Louisiana ranks 35 of 38 states.
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.