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Food Science Technicians Salary in Connecticut
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Food Science Technicians make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$49,700
Median Annual Salary
▲
+2.3% vs 2024
$52,200
Mean Salary
$49,700
Median Salary
$23.89
Hourly Rate
Food Science Technicians salary by percentile in Connecticut
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Food Science Technicians in Connecticut earn a median salary of $49,700 per year ($4,141/month).
This is 5.3% below the national average of $52,499.
Connecticut ranks #23 out of 38 states for Food Science Technicians pay.
Salaries increased by 2.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Food Science Technicians
Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Active Listening
3.5
Writing
3.5
Speaking
3.5
Science
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Food Production
3.76
Production and Processing
3.68
Chemistry
3.45
English Language
3.43
Computers and Electronics
3.13
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(32.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Food Science Technicians in Connecticut
Salaries for Food Science Technicians in Connecticut range from $36,930 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,150 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $47,710 and $55,900.
Median $49,700
P10: $36,930P25: $47,710P75: $55,900P90: $61,150
10th
$36,930
25th
$47,710
Median
$49,700
75th
$55,900
90th
$61,150
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$36,930
$17.75
$3,077
25th Percentile
$47,710
$22.94
$3,975
Median (50th)
$49,700
$23.89
$4,141
75th Percentile
$55,900
$26.88
$4,658
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$61,150
$29.40
$5,095
Note: The mean (average) salary of $52,200 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Food Science Technicians make in Connecticut?
The median annual salary for Food Science Technicians in Connecticut is $49,700 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $52,200.
What is the salary range for a Food Science Technicians in Connecticut?
Salaries for Food Science Technicians in Connecticut range from $36,930 at the 10th percentile to $61,150 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $47,710 and $55,900.
What is the starting salary for a Food Science Technicians in Connecticut?
Entry-level Food Science Technicians positions in Connecticut typically start around $36,930 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $47,710 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Food Science Technicians in Connecticut?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Food Science Technicians in Connecticut is approximately $23.89 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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