How much does a food science technician make in Minnesota?
$57,940a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Minnesota. That is $27.86 an hour or $4,828 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.86
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,010Median: $57,940Highest 10%: $74,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,010 | $20.20 | |
| 25th | $48,190 | $23.17 | |
| Median | $57,940 | $27.86 | |
| 75th | $63,020 | $30.30 | |
| 90th | $74,270 | $35.71 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $58,290 |
| Rochester, MN | $53,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 7. Nevada | $59,070 |
| 8. Colorado | $58,540 |
| 9. Florida | $58,500 |
| 10. Minnesota | $57,940 |
| 11. Maryland | $57,880 |
| 12. Ohio | $57,060 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $56,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $27.86 ($57,940 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $57,940 against $52,130 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for food science technician pay?
Minnesota ranks 10 of 38 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays food science technicians the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $58,290 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.