How much does a food science technician make in Massachusetts?
$56,850a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Massachusetts. That is $27.33 an hour or $4,738 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.33
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,900Median: $56,850Highest 10%: $73,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,900 | $21.59 | |
| 25th | $44,900 | $21.59 | |
| Median | $56,850 | $27.33 | |
| 75th | $63,170 | $30.37 | |
| 90th | $73,300 | $35.24 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $63,160 |
| Providence, RI | $44,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 10. Minnesota | $57,940 |
| 11. Maryland | $57,880 |
| 12. Ohio | $57,060 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $56,850 |
| 14. New Jersey | $56,730 |
| 15. Wisconsin | $55,690 |
| 16. New York | $55,470 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $27.33 ($56,850 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $56,850 against $52,130 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for food science technician pay?
Massachusetts ranks 13 of 38 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays food science technicians the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $63,160 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.