How much does a food science technician make in Mississippi?
$51,460a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Mississippi. That is $24.74 an hour or $4,288 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.74
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,930Median: $51,460Highest 10%: $78,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,930 | $17.27 | |
| 25th | $37,580 | $18.07 | |
| Median | $51,460 | $24.74 | |
| 75th | $67,490 | $32.45 | |
| 90th | $78,520 | $37.75 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 17. California | $54,200 |
| 18. Georgia | $53,150 |
| 19. Michigan | $52,130 |
| 20. Mississippi | $51,460 |
| 21. Iowa | $50,740 |
| 22. Oregon | $50,590 |
| 23. Connecticut | $49,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $24.74 ($51,460 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $51,460 against $52,130 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for food science technician pay?
Mississippi ranks 20 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.