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Biological Technicians Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Biological Technicians make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$62,070
Median Annual Salary
▼
-4.5% vs 2024
$67,420
Mean Salary
$62,070
Median Salary
$29.84
Hourly Rate
8,430 people work as Biological Technicians in Massachusetts
Biological Technicians salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Biological Technicians in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $62,070 per year ($5,172/month).
This is 16.3% above the national average of $53,352.
Massachusetts ranks #5 out of 51 states for Biological Technicians pay.
Approximately 8,430 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries decreased by 4.5% 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 Massachusetts
Salaries for Biological Technicians in Massachusetts range from $49,880 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $94,760 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $51,190 and $81,450.
Median $62,070
P10: $49,880P25: $51,190P75: $81,450P90: $94,760
10th
$49,880
25th
$51,190
Median
$62,070
75th
$81,450
90th
$94,760
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$49,880
$23.98
$4,156
25th Percentile
$51,190
$24.61
$4,265
Median (50th)
$62,070
$29.84
$5,172
75th Percentile
$81,450
$39.16
$6,787
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$94,760
$45.56
$7,896
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,420 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Biological Technicians make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Biological Technicians in Massachusetts is $62,070 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,420.
What is the salary range for a Biological Technicians in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Biological Technicians in Massachusetts range from $49,880 at the 10th percentile to $94,760 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $51,190 and $81,450.
What is the starting salary for a Biological Technicians in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Biological Technicians positions in Massachusetts typically start around $49,880 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $51,190 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Biological Technicians in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 8,430 people are employed as Biological Technicians in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Biological Technicians in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Biological Technicians in Massachusetts is approximately $29.84 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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