Biological Technicians Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,900 -27.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.22
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $56,610
Employed locally 50
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $33,700
    50th (median)
    $37,900
    75th
    $47,910
    90th
    $56,610

    Top-paying metros for Biological Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,270
    Tyler, TX $77,020
    Trenton-Princeton, NJ $74,310
    Peoria, IL $72,120
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $71,920
    Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY $68,890

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    School Psychologists$81,650
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$75,030
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$101,350
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$80,240
    Urban and Regional Planners$81,660
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$43,770

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Capital/Northern New York is $18.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.22 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Capital/Northern New York is 27.1% below the national median of $52,000. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Biological Technicians in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,700.