How much does a biological technician make in California?
$71,440a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in California. That is $34.35 an hour or $5,953 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.35
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,700Median: $71,440Highest 10%: $121,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,700 | $22.45 | |
| 25th | $56,200 | $27.02 | |
| Median | $71,440 | $34.35 | |
| 75th | $93,010 | $44.72 | |
| 90th | $121,700 | $58.50 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $95,220 |
| San Jose, CA | $72,940 |
| San Diego, CA | $67,060 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $66,610 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | $66,240 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $66,110 |
| Sacramento, CA | $64,410 |
| Riverside, CA | $60,470 |
| Vallejo, CA | $60,360 |
| Salinas, CA | $59,320 |
| Oxnard, CA | $58,240 |
| Stockton, CA | $58,070 |
| Fresno, CA | $46,450 |
| Visalia, CA | $41,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological technicians.
| 1. California | $71,440 |
| 2. New Jersey | $66,040 |
| 3. District of Columbia | $64,770 |
| 4. Connecticut | $62,360 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $34.35 ($71,440 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $71,440 against $57,510 nationally, 24% more.
Where does California rank for biological technician pay?
California ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in California pays biological technicians the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $95,220 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.