Biological Technicians Salary in North Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,890 -7.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.02
10th percentile $36,820
90th percentile $55,910
Employed locally 30
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,820
    25th
    $45,060
    50th (median)
    $47,890
    75th
    $53,110
    90th
    $55,910

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $73,450
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $99,070
    Biological Scientists, All Other $76,960
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,230
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,820
    Chemical Technicians $46,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in North Central Tennessee is $23.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.88 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in North Central Tennessee is 7.9% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,820 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,060.