Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Lab Technologist in United States are Healthcare with a median total pay of $77,780, Financial Services with a median total pay of $76,651, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $72,438, Nonprofit & NGO with a median total pay of $62,639, and Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $57,635.
Frequently asked questions about Lab Technologist salaries
The average salary for Lab Technologist is $98,768 per year or $47 per hour, with top earners making up to $147,085 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $80,976 (25th percentile) to $122,146 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 624 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lab Technologist employees.
The highest salary for Lab Technologist is $122,146 per year, $10,179 per month or $59 per hour.
The lowest salary for Lab Technologist is $80,976 per year, $6,748 per month or $39 per hour.
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