How much does a biological technician make in Louisiana?
$47,310a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in Louisiana. That is $22.75 an hour or $3,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.75
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,390Median: $47,310Highest 10%: $77,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,390 | $15.57 | |
| 25th | $34,690 | $16.68 | |
| Median | $47,310 | $22.75 | |
| 75th | $61,060 | $29.36 | |
| 90th | $77,400 | $37.21 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Orleans, LA | $50,200 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $44,950 |
| Houma, LA | $36,090 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological technicians.
| 43. Minnesota | $48,130 |
| 44. Iowa | $48,050 |
| 45. Oklahoma | $47,850 |
| 46. Louisiana | $47,310 |
| 47. Arkansas | $46,930 |
| 48. Wyoming | $46,480 |
| 49. Rhode Island | $45,530 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $22.75 ($47,310 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $47,310 against $57,510 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for biological technician pay?
Louisiana ranks 46 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays biological technicians the most?
New Orleans-Metairie, LA, with a median of $50,200 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.