Bioinformatics Technicians Salary in California
Bioinformatics Technicians in California earn a median of $180,500 a year, +121% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $180,500
- vs. U.S. median
- +121% ($81,490)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 13
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,350; the top 10% earn over $212,940. Nationally the range is $47,980 to $154,580.
States ranked near California
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Bioinformatics Technicians pay in California
How much do bioinformatics technicians make in California?
The median is $180,500 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,350 and the top 10% earn over $212,940. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for bioinformatics technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 13 (+121% vs. the national median of $81,490). Living costs are not included.