Biological Technicians pay in South Carolina
In South Carolina, the median pay for biological technicians is $25.50 an hour ($53,040 a year). About 550 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($57,510). South Carolina ranks 21st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for biological technicians in South Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.17 | $35,710 |
| 25% of workers | $23.31 | $48,470 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.50 | $53,040 |
| 75% of workers | $29.90 | $62,190 |
| 90% of workers | $36.00 | $74,890 |
Biological Technicians pay in South Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston-North Charleston | $61,640 | 60 |
| Greenville-Anderson-Greer | $50,790 | 130 |
South Carolina unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 South Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $70,080 |
| Chemical Technicians | $75,020 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $58,960 |
| Nuclear Technicians | $108,490 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $48,700 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $64,490 |
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