How much does a biological technician make in Peoria?
$72,120a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in the Peoria, IL metro area. That is $34.67 an hour or $6,010 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.67
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 168
- Jobs in the area
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,950Median: $72,120Highest 10%: $79,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,950 | $21.61 | |
| 25th | $53,290 | $25.62 | |
| Median | $72,120 | $34.67 | |
| 75th | $79,440 | $38.19 | |
| 90th | $79,440 | $38.19 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for biological technicians.
| Champaign, IL | $64,270 |
| Chicago, IL | $57,700 |
| St. Louis, MO | $55,600 |
Related jobs in Peoria
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Chemist | $105,400 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $98,070 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $94,520 |
| Medical Scientist | $76,420 |
| School Psychologist | $76,140 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Technician | $75,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in Peoria?
The median hourly pay in the Peoria, IL metro area is $34.67 ($72,120 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in Peoria than the national average?
Yes: $72,120 against $57,510 nationally, 25% more.
How does Peoria compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $55,790, so Peoria pays 29% more.
Where does Peoria rank for biological technician pay?
6 of 168 metro areas with data.
How much does a biological technician make starting out in Peoria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,950 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,440 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.