How much does a biological technician make in Washington?
$60,800a year
Median yearly pay for biological technicians in Washington. That is $29.23 an hour or $5,067 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.23
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,720Median: $60,800Highest 10%: $79,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,720 | $21.98 | |
| 25th | $50,420 | $24.24 | |
| Median | $60,800 | $29.23 | |
| 75th | $65,600 | $31.54 | |
| 90th | $79,580 | $38.26 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $63,770 |
| Bremerton, WA | $57,840 |
| Portland, OR | $57,200 |
| Yakima, WA | $56,560 |
| Olympia, WA | $54,190 |
| Kennewick, WA | $52,700 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $50,320 |
| Bellingham, WA | $47,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological technicians.
| 5. Massachusetts | $62,070 |
| 6. North Carolina | $61,720 |
| 7. New York | $61,210 |
| 8. Washington | $60,800 |
| 9. Maine | $60,160 |
| 10. Colorado | $59,400 |
| 11. Indiana | $58,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $29.23 ($60,800 a year).
Do biological technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $60,800 against $57,510 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Washington rank for biological technician pay?
Washington ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays biological technicians the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $63,770 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.