How much does a food science technician make in South Carolina?
$39,480a year
Median yearly pay for food science technicians in South Carolina. That is $18.98 an hour or $3,290 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.98
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,270Median: $39,480Highest 10%: $60,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,270 | $17.44 | |
| 25th | $36,280 | $17.44 | |
| Median | $39,480 | $18.98 | |
| 75th | $51,940 | $24.97 | |
| 90th | $60,040 | $28.87 |
Cities in South Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for food science technicians.
| 35. Louisiana | $44,310 |
| 36. Alabama | $40,940 |
| 37. Kansas | $39,930 |
| 38. South Carolina | $39,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a food science technician make an hour in South Carolina?
The median hourly pay in South Carolina is $18.98 ($39,480 a year).
Do food science technicians make more in South Carolina than the national average?
No: $39,480 against $52,130 nationally, 24% less.
Where does South Carolina rank for food science technician pay?
South Carolina ranks 38 of 38 states.
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.