How much does a biological technician make in North Carolina?
$61,720a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in North Carolina. That is $29.67 an hour or $5,143 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.67
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,300Median: $61,720Highest 10%: $79,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,300 | $19.86 | |
| 25th | $48,790 | $23.46 | |
| Median | $61,720 | $29.67 | |
| 75th | $66,570 | $32.00 | |
| 90th | $79,070 | $38.01 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Raleigh, NC | $64,200 |
| Wilmington, NC | $62,960 |
| Charlotte, NC | $62,060 |
| Greensboro, NC | $59,890 |
| Durham, NC | $58,400 |
| Burlington, NC | $53,980 |
| Hickory, NC | $52,930 |
| Asheville, NC | $52,440 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $48,600 |
| Fayetteville, NC | $47,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological technicians.
| 3. District of Columbia | $64,770 |
| 4. Connecticut | $62,360 |
| 5. Massachusetts | $62,070 |
| 6. North Carolina | $61,720 |
| 7. New York | $61,210 |
| 8. Washington | $60,800 |
| 9. Maine | $60,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $29.67 ($61,720 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $61,720 against $57,510 nationally, 7% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for biological technician pay?
North Carolina ranks 6 of 51 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays biological technicians the most?
Raleigh-Cary, NC, with a median of $64,200 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.