Biological Technicians Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,560 -23.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.02
10th percentile $34,440
90th percentile $73,940
Employed locally 100
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,440
    25th
    $36,190
    50th (median)
    $39,560
    75th
    $53,910
    90th
    $73,940

    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$53,250
    Food Science Technicians$39,840
    Biological Scientists, All Other$77,940
    Conservation Scientists$74,960
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$84,090
    Urban and Regional Planners$67,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Southeast-Central Idaho is $19.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.58 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Southeast-Central Idaho 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,440 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,190.