Food Science Technicians Salary in New Jersey
Food Science Technicians in New Jersey earn a median of $56,730 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $56,730
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($52,130)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,920; the top 10% earn over $77,450. Nationally the range is $39,820 to $78,820.
States ranked near New Jersey
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- Biological Technicians$66,040 median in New Jersey
- Chemical Technicians$58,580 median in New Jersey
Food Science Technicians pay in New Jersey
How much do food science technicians make in New Jersey?
The median is $56,730 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,920 and the top 10% earn over $77,450. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for food science technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 38 (+9% vs. the national median of $52,130). Living costs are not included.