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Biological Technicians Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Biological Technicians make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$71,440
Median Annual Salary
▲
+11.6% vs 2024
$78,170
Mean Salary
$71,440
Median Salary
$34.35
Hourly Rate
9,210 people work as Biological Technicians in California
Biological Technicians salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Biological Technicians in California earn a median salary of $71,440 per year ($5,953/month).
This is 33.9% above the national average of $53,352.
California ranks #1 out of 51 states for Biological Technicians pay.
Approximately 9,210 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 11.6% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Biological Technicians
Assist biological and medical scientists. Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, monitor experiments, collect data and samples, make observations, and calculate and record results. May analyze organic substances, such as blood, food, and drugs.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Critical Thinking
3.88
Active Listening
3.75
Science
3.75
Active Learning
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Biology
4.43
English Language
3.78
Mathematics
3.29
Computers and Electronics
3.24
Chemistry
3.21
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(48.8% of workers)
Salary Range: Biological Technicians in California
Salaries for Biological Technicians in California range from $46,700 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $121,670 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $56,200 and $93,010.
Median $71,440
P10: $46,700P25: $56,200P75: $93,010P90: $121,670
10th
$46,700
25th
$56,200
Median
$71,440
75th
$93,010
90th
$121,670
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$46,700
$22.45
$3,891
25th Percentile
$56,200
$27.02
$4,683
Median (50th)
$71,440
$34.35
$5,953
75th Percentile
$93,010
$44.72
$7,750
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$121,670
$58.50
$10,139
Note: The mean (average) salary of $78,170 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Biological Technicians make in California?
The median annual salary for Biological Technicians in California is $71,440 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $78,170.
What is the salary range for a Biological Technicians in California?
Salaries for Biological Technicians in California range from $46,700 at the 10th percentile to $121,670 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $56,200 and $93,010.
What is the starting salary for a Biological Technicians in California?
Entry-level Biological Technicians positions in California typically start around $46,700 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $56,200 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Biological Technicians in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 9,210 people are employed as Biological Technicians in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Biological Technicians in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Biological Technicians in California is approximately $34.35 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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