As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Biological Technician in San Diego, CA is $66,690, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,283 weekly, or $5,558 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Biological Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Biological Technician in San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $48,851 to $77,512. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,353) and 75th percentile ($72,355), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,512 per year. This $15,002 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Laboratory Equipment, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Diego Biological Technician often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 statewide for Biological Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Biological Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Biological Technician Salary $48,851 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Biological Technician Salary $57,353 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Biological Technician Salary $66,690 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Biological Technician Salary $72,355 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Biological Technician Salary $77,512 San Diego, CA March 01, 2026
25% $57,353 10% $48,851 90% $77,512 75% $72,355 $66,690 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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