How much does a food science technician make in Oregon?
$50,590a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Oregon. That is $24.32 an hour or $4,216 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.32
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 820
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,090Median: $50,590Highest 10%: $63,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,090 | $19.75 | |
| 25th | $45,980 | $22.11 | |
| Median | $50,590 | $24.32 | |
| 75th | $57,530 | $27.66 | |
| 90th | $63,260 | $30.41 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $51,570 |
| Eugene, OR | $49,680 |
| Salem, OR | $45,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 19. Michigan | $52,130 |
| 20. Mississippi | $51,460 |
| 21. Iowa | $50,740 |
| 22. Oregon | $50,590 |
| 23. Connecticut | $49,700 |
| 24. Idaho | $48,980 |
| 25. South Dakota | $48,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $24.32 ($50,590 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Oregon than the national average?
No: $50,590 against $52,130 nationally, 3% less.
Where does Oregon rank for food science technician pay?
Oregon ranks 22 of 38 states.
Which city in Oregon pays food science technicians the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $51,570 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.