How much does a food science technician make in North Carolina?
$48,640a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in North Carolina. That is $23.38 an hour or $4,053 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.38
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,740Median: $48,640Highest 10%: $63,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,740 | $19.11 | |
| 25th | $46,380 | $22.30 | |
| Median | $48,640 | $23.38 | |
| 75th | $56,750 | $27.28 | |
| 90th | $63,280 | $30.42 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Virginia Beach, VA | $72,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 23. Connecticut | $49,700 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $23.38 ($48,640 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $48,640 against $52,130 nationally, 7% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for food science technician pay?
North Carolina ranks 26 of 38 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays food science technicians the most?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC, with a median of $72,950 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.