How much does a biological technician make in Charlotte?
$62,060a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $29.84 an hour or $5,172 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.84
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 168
- Jobs in the area
- 140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,400Median: $62,060Highest 10%: $95,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,400 | $20.87 | |
| 25th | $50,390 | $24.23 | |
| Median | $62,060 | $29.84 | |
| 75th | $74,500 | $35.82 | |
| 90th | $95,270 | $45.80 |
Other cities in North Carolina
Median yearly pay for biological technicians.
| Raleigh, NC | $64,200 |
| Wilmington, NC | $62,960 |
| Greensboro, NC | $59,890 |
| Durham, NC | $58,400 |
| Burlington, NC | $53,980 |
| Hickory, NC | $52,930 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,600 |
Related jobs in Charlotte
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $146,900 |
| Economist | $117,600 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $117,200 |
| Life Scientist | $105,400 |
| Materials Scientist | $102,100 |
| Biological Scientist | $101,700 |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist | $98,820 |
| Medical Scientist | $97,440 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $91,160 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $90,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $29.84 ($62,060 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $62,060 against $57,510 nationally, 8% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $61,720, so Charlotte pays 1% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for biological technician pay?
28 of 168 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological technician make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,400 or less a year; the top 10% make $95,270 or more.
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.