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Food Science Technicians average salary by city in Florida
- Jacksonville$77,640
- Lakeland$57,000
- Miami$54,580
- Tampa$54,350
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville | $77,640 | $83,030 | $67,610 | $63,450 | 99 |
| Lakeland | $57,000 | $52,970 | $48,810 | $47,980 | 97 |
| Miami | $54,580 | $50,890 | $42,380 | $46,035 | 114 |
| Tampa | $54,350 | $49,610 | $47,080 | $45,850 | 101 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Florida has no state income tax. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-4013.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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