Biological Technicians Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,630 -10.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.42
10th percentile $40,370
90th percentile $65,870
Employed locally 90
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,370
    25th
    $40,370
    50th (median)
    $46,630
    75th
    $57,780
    90th
    $65,870

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health$52,720
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$68,740
    Conservation Scientists$74,130
    Chemical Technicians$43,350
    Biological Scientists, All Other$77,960
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other$75,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Maryland is $22.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.41 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Maryland is 10.3% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $40,370 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,370.