How much does a biological technician make in New Jersey?
$66,040a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in New Jersey. That is $31.75 an hour or $5,503 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.75
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,650Median: $66,040Highest 10%: $97,850
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,650 | $22.91 | |
| 25th | $57,490 | $27.64 | |
| Median | $66,040 | $31.75 | |
| 75th | $83,310 | $40.05 | |
| 90th | $97,850 | $47.04 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Trenton, NJ | $77,170 |
| New York, NY | $62,780 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $60,630 |
| Allentown, PA | $44,960 |
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 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $62,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $31.75 ($66,040 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $66,040 against $57,510 nationally, 15% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for biological technician pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays biological technicians the most?
Trenton-Princeton, NJ, with a median of $77,170 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.