Agricultural and Food Science Technicians Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for agricultural and food science technicianss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $55,220 ≈ $27/hr
National median salary $51,160
Total employment 29,730 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do agricultural and food science technicians make in the U.S.?
The median agricultural and food science technicians salary in the United States is $51,160 per year (mean $55,220), and about 80% earn between $37,720 and $77,430.
How much do agricultural and food science technicians make per hour?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $55,220 and 2,080 work hours per year.