How much does a food science technician make in Nebraska?
$48,530a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Nebraska. That is $23.33 an hour or $4,044 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.33
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,840Median: $48,530Highest 10%: $59,670
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,840 | $21.56 | |
| 25th | $47,580 | $22.88 | |
| Median | $48,530 | $23.33 | |
| 75th | $54,010 | $25.97 | |
| 90th | $59,670 | $28.69 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $52,160 |
| Sioux City, IA | $50,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 24. Idaho | $48,980 |
| 25. South Dakota | $48,760 |
| 26. North Carolina | $48,640 |
| 27. Nebraska | $48,530 |
| 28. Pennsylvania | $48,060 |
| 29. Texas | $47,760 |
| 30. Oklahoma | $47,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $23.33 ($48,530 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Nebraska than the national average?
No: $48,530 against $52,130 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Nebraska rank for food science technician pay?
Nebraska ranks 27 of 38 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays food science technicians the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $52,160 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.