Biological Technicians Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,570 -12.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.91
10th percentile $34,440
90th percentile $57,350
Employed locally 50
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,440
    25th
    $36,260
    50th (median)
    $45,570
    75th
    $51,460
    90th
    $57,350

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $55,810
    Foresters $61,210
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $47,270
    Biological Scientists, All Other $86,940
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $58,260
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $79,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Northwestern Idaho is $21.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.19 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Northwestern Idaho is 12.4% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,440 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,260.