How much does a Life Science Technician make in Sacramento, CA? The average Life Science Technician salary in Sacramento, CA is $67,113 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $59,546 and $74,982. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Life Science Technician

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Power3 Solutions is renowned for its expertise within technology-driven and scientific sectors, including the biomedical and defense and intelligence industries
- 1 day ago
Department of Defense - PEARL HARBOR , HI
Duties * You will conduct air, water, and surface radiation surveys in shipyard areas * You will check out deviations from normal or anticipated radiation level
- 1 day ago
Department of the Army - YUMA PROVING GROUND , AZ
Duties * Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level. To see the full duties of the position, please view the announcement on
- 1 day ago
Department of Defense - YUMA PROVING GROUND , AZ
Duties * Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level. To see the full duties of the position, please view the announcement on
- 1 day ago
Department of Defense - NAVAL SHIPYARD , VA
Duties * You will conduct continuous surveillance of work involving radiological controls and radioactive materials to ensure adherence to establish, policies
- 1 day ago
Oak Ridge National Laboratory - OAK RIDGE , TN
Requisition Id 14760 Overview: We are seeking a Staff Technician who will assist research and technical staff in conducting corrosion experiments in extreme env
- 2 days ago

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67113

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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75188
67186
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Life Science Technician in Sacramento, CA. The base salary for Life Science Technician ranges from $59,546 to $74,982 with the average base salary of $67,113. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,625 to $75,188 with the average total cash compensation of $67,186.

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About Sacramento, California    Sacramento (/ˌsækrəˈmɛntoʊ/ SAK-rə-MEN-toh; Spanish: [sakɾaˈmento]) is the capital city of the U.S. state of California and the seat of Sacramento Cou....More

Sacramento, California  area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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