Biological Technicians pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for biological technicians is $28.56 an hour ($59,400 a year). About 1,990 people work in this job there.
That is 3% higher than the U.S. median ($57,510). Colorado ranks 10th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for biological technicians in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.79 | $49,480 |
| 25% of workers | $23.92 | $49,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.56 | $59,400 |
| 75% of workers | $38.16 | $79,380 |
| 90% of workers | $38.16 | $79,380 |
Biological Technicians pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $75,390 | 110 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $65,140 | 1,470 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $55,700 | 250 |
| Colorado Springs | $52,300 | 40 |
| Grand Junction | $51,630 | 30 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for biological technicians
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +7.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 9,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Colorado
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $63,760 |
| Chemical Technicians | $63,770 |
| Forest and Conservation Technicians | $57,550 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $60,930 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $84,010 |
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