Biological Technicians Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,450 -22.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.45
10th percentile $34,800
90th percentile $63,960
Employed locally 100
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,800
    25th
    $36,190
    50th (median)
    $40,450
    75th
    $49,000
    90th
    $63,960

    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 East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $39,560
    Conservation Scientists $74,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $75,700
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $60,830
    Urban and Regional Planners $71,520
    Soil and Plant Scientists $79,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in East-Central Montana is $19.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.75 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in East-Central Montana is 22.2% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,800 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,190.