How much does a food science technician make in Pennsylvania?
$48,060a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in Pennsylvania. That is $23.11 an hour or $4,005 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.11
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,590Median: $48,060Highest 10%: $62,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,590 | $18.07 | |
| 25th | $40,440 | $19.44 | |
| Median | $48,060 | $23.11 | |
| 75th | $57,490 | $27.64 | |
| 90th | $62,200 | $29.90 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Allentown, PA | $60,320 |
| Scranton, PA | $54,570 |
| Lancaster, PA | $53,130 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $50,310 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $48,970 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $48,060 |
| York, PA | $44,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 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 |
| 31. Arkansas | $46,810 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $23.11 ($48,060 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $48,060 against $52,130 nationally, 8% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for food science technician pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 28 of 38 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays food science technicians the most?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ, with a median of $60,320 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.