How much does a biological technician make in Denver?
$65,140a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $31.32 an hour or $5,428 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.32
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 168
- Jobs in the area
- 1,470
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,750Median: $65,140Highest 10%: $79,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,750 | $23.92 | |
| 25th | $49,750 | $23.92 | |
| Median | $65,140 | $31.32 | |
| 75th | $79,380 | $38.16 | |
| 90th | $79,380 | $38.16 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for biological technicians.
| Boulder, CO | $75,390 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $55,700 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physicist | $166,100 |
| Physical Scientist | $141,000 |
| Psychologist | $132,800 |
| School Psychologist | $129,300 |
| Economist | $121,400 |
| Geoscientist | $120,500 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $109,600 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $109,300 |
| Hydrologist | $108,700 |
| Materials Scientist | $106,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $31.32 ($65,140 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $65,140 against $57,510 nationally, 13% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $59,400, so Denver pays 10% more.
Where does Denver rank for biological technician pay?
14 of 168 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological technician make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,750 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,380 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.