Biological Technicians Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,130 -13.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.70
10th percentile $39,560
90th percentile $70,080
Employed locally 60
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,560
    25th
    $40,120
    50th (median)
    $45,130
    75th
    $55,220
    90th
    $70,080

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$63,650
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$78,460
    Chemists$73,960
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$41,590
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$46,750
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$78,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Eastern North Carolina is $21.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.21 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Eastern North Carolina is 13.2% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,560 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,120.