📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Biological Technicians Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · Medium Demand

Average
$53,466
per year
Median
$50,616
per year
Hourly
$25.7
per hour
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$35,654
25th Percentile — Junior$44,204
50th Percentile — Median$50,616
75th Percentile — Senior$63,441
90th Percentile — Top Earners$70,165
💡 Top-earning Biological Technicianss in Texas make up to $70,165 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$44.4k
2021
$46.1k
2022
$47.8k
2023
$49.6k
2024
$51.5k
2025
$53.5k
2026
📈 Biological Technicians salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 3.8% annual growth. The strong presence in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Biological Technicians Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $51,862 -3.0% Medium
San Antonio $48,119 -10.0% Medium
Dallas $52,931 -1.0% Medium
Austin $57,743 +8.0% Medium
Fort Worth $51,327 -4.0% Medium
El Paso $43,842 -18.0% Medium
Arlington $51,862 -3.0% Medium
Corpus Christi $46,515 -13.0% Medium
Plano $54,535 +2.0% Medium
Laredo $42,773 -20.0% Medium
Lubbock $43,842 -18.0% Medium
Garland $50,793 -5.0% Medium
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Biological Technicians Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Biological Technicianss. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $53,466 per year, Texas's Biological Technicians salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $35,654–$44,204, while experienced Biological Technicianss can command $63,441–$70,165.

Looking ahead, the Biological Technicians profession in Texas is projected to grow at 3.8% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Biological Technicians salary in Texas is $53,466 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $56,280.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Biological Technicianss the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Biological Technicians employment.
  • At $53,466/year, Texas Biological Technicians salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $56,280/year.