Biological Technicians Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $47,660 -8.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.91
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $63,490
Employed locally 140
National median $52,000

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $38,030
    50th (median)
    $47,660
    75th
    $62,950
    90th
    $63,490

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $62,030
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $81,360
    School Psychologists $73,330
    Biological Scientists, All Other $78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $122,220
    Chemists $102,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Biological Technicians make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Biological Technicians in Southwest New York is $22.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.99 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Biological Technicians salaries?

    The median Biological Technicians salary in Southwest New York is 8.3% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Biological Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,030.