Biological Technicians pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton
In Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA), the median pay for biological technicians is $29.62 an hour ($61,610 a year). About 7,320 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($57,510). It is about the same as the Massachusetts median ($62,070).
Pay range for biological technicians in Boston-Cambridge-Newton (MA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.08 | $50,090 |
| 25% of workers | $24.61 | $51,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.62 | $61,610 |
| 75% of workers | $39.03 | $81,170 |
| 90% of workers | $45.65 | $94,960 |
Biological Technicians pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Worcester | $69,730 | 740 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton (this page) | $61,610 | 7,320 |
| Barnstable Town | $61,150 | 110 |
| Springfield | $54,140 | 40 |
| Amherst Town-Northampton | $53,560 | 50 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Chemical Technicians | $67,850 |
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