Biological Technicians Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,420 -26.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.47
10th percentile $24,260
90th percentile $57,350
Employed locally 30
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,260
    25th
    $37,350
    50th (median)
    $38,420
    75th
    $44,120
    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $51,630
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,350
    Conservation Scientists $72,840
    Hydrologists $84,300
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $74,410
    Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $84,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Southwest Montana is $18.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.57 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Southwest Montana is 26.1% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $24,260 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,350.