How much does a food science technician make in Ohio?
$57,060a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Ohio. That is $27.43 an hour or $4,755 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.43
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,000Median: $57,060Highest 10%: $86,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,000 | $19.71 | |
| 25th | $48,060 | $23.11 | |
| Median | $57,060 | $27.43 | |
| 75th | $66,050 | $31.75 | |
| 90th | $86,300 | $41.49 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, OH | $86,300 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $64,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 9. Florida | $58,500 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $27.43 ($57,060 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Ohio than the national average?
Yes: $57,060 against $52,130 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Ohio rank for food science technician pay?
Ohio ranks 12 of 38 states.
Which city in Ohio pays food science technicians the most?
Columbus, OH, with a median of $86,300 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.