Food Science Technicians Salary in Illinois
Ranked #1 of 38 · IL
20.9% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $68,480 ≈ $33/hr
Median annual salary $60,820
Employment 290
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $46,860P25 $50,730 Median $60,820P75 $81,090P90 $104,280
About 80% of food science technicianss in Illinois earn between $46,860 and $104,280. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean food science technicians salary in Illinois is $68,480, about 20.9% above the U.S. average ($56,660). That works out to roughly $33/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $66,630 | $71,440 | 250 |