Biological Technicians Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $49,520 -4.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.81
10th percentile $38,030
90th percentile $63,960
Employed locally 330
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,030
    25th
    $40,500
    50th (median)
    $49,520
    75th
    $61,510
    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $54,310
    Agricultural Technicians $46,710
    Soil and Plant Scientists $72,940
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $80,100
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $76,730
    Biological Scientists, All Other $82,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Eastern Washington is $23.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.31 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Eastern Washington is 4.8% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,030 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,500.