Biological Technicians pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for biological technicians is $24.44 an hour ($50,840 a year). About 1,240 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($57,510). Tennessee ranks 33rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for biological technicians in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.93 | $41,440 |
| 25% of workers | $24.32 | $50,580 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.44 | $50,840 |
| 75% of workers | $30.67 | $63,790 |
| 90% of workers | $38.62 | $80,330 |
Biological Technicians pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $50,840 | 320 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $62,050 |
| Chemical Technicians | $54,840 |
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