Biological Technicians Salary in Northwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $39,560 -23.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.02
10th percentile $35,990
90th percentile $63,730
Employed locally 40
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,990
    25th
    $39,560
    50th (median)
    $39,560
    75th
    $49,000
    90th
    $63,730

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $66,640
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $66,210
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $53,910
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $90,940
    Foresters $81,750

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Northwest Virginia is $19.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Northwest Virginia 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,990 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,560.