Biological Technicians Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,560 -23.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.02
10th percentile $36,040
90th percentile $61,080
Employed locally 50
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,040
    25th
    $38,700
    50th (median)
    $39,560
    75th
    $49,000
    90th
    $61,080

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $80,070
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $67,140
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $75,350
    Conservation Scientists $74,070
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,590
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $54,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Northwest Minnesota is $19.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.33 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Northwest Minnesota is 23.9% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,040 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,700.