Biological Technicians Salary in California
Biological Technicians in California earn a median of $71,440 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $71,440
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($57,510)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,210
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,700; the top 10% earn over $121,670. Nationally the range is $40,330 to $84,940.
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Biological Technicians pay in California
How much do biological technicians make in California?
The median is $71,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,700 and the top 10% earn over $121,670. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for biological technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+24% vs. the national median of $57,510). Living costs are not included.