Food Science Technicians pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for food science technicians is $23.55 an hour ($48,980 a year). About 560 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($52,130). Idaho ranks 24th of 38 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for food science technicians in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.26 | $37,980 |
| 25% of workers | $20.46 | $42,550 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.55 | $48,980 |
| 75% of workers | $26.74 | $55,630 |
| 90% of workers | $31.53 | $65,580 |
Food Science Technicians pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City | $49,930 | 180 |
| Twin Falls | $49,460 | 200 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for food science technicians
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.8% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 3,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Forest and Conservation Technicians | $53,290 |
| Agricultural Technicians | $48,870 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $50,600 |
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