Biological Technicians Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,480 -12.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.87
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $71,010
Employed locally 70
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $41,140
    50th (median)
    $45,480
    75th
    $58,480
    90th
    $71,010

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemists $78,550
    Chemical Technicians $60,630
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $73,610
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,880
    Food Science Technicians $52,130
    Conservation Scientists $45,750

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Southern Michigan is $21.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.70 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Southern Michigan is 12.5% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,140.