SOC 29-2010 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians is $61,880 per year ($29.75/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $46,571 and $79,997 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $97,989 per year. There are approximately 343,040 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $18.28 | $38,022 |
| P25 | $22.39 | $46,571 |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.75 | $61,880 |
| P75 | $38.46 | $79,997 |
| P90 | $47.11 | $97,989 |
Health Care openings declined 78K and hiring fell 103K in February, but the sector remains the hottest talent market. Openings rate still leads all sectors. Compensation pressure continues, though moderating from 2025 peaks.
The national median salary for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians is $61,880 per year ($29.75/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $46,571 and $79,997 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians is $97,989 per year ($47.11/hr). The 75th percentile is $79,997 per year.
Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn approximately $38,022 per year ($18.28/hr). The 25th percentile is $46,571 per year.
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