Biological Technicians Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $44,270 -14.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.28
10th percentile $36,040
90th percentile $66,930
Employed locally 50
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,040
    25th
    $38,860
    50th (median)
    $44,270
    75th
    $48,210
    90th
    $66,930

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $44,510
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $93,520
    Food Scientists and Technologists $62,950
    Chemical Technicians $45,610
    Food Science Technicians $50,480
    Chemists $79,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Southeast Minnesota is $21.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Southeast Minnesota is 14.9% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,040 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,860.