What are the main factors that influence a Laboratory Technician III's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Laboratory Technician III?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Laboratory Technician III roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Laboratory Technician 's salary?

A Laboratory Technician 's salary grows with experience: an Entry Laboratory Assistant (0-2 years)earns $58,671, an Intermediate Laboratory Assistant (2-4 years)earns $70,932, a Laboratory Technician III (4-7 years)earns $88,891, an Expert Laboratory Assistant (7+ years)earns $110,140,

What are the highest paying states for a Laboratory Technician III?

Laboratory Technician III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laboratory Technician III roles are District of Columbia $97,190, California $96,890, Massachusetts $95,590. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laboratory Technician roles make?

Salaries for Laboratory Technician level roles vary by specialization: Laboratory Technician IV: $108,760; Laboratory Assistant III: $87,776; Chemical Laboratory Technician III: $79,200; Chemical Technician III: $79,162; Laboratory Technician: $73,949.

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Laboratory Technician III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Laboratory Technician III make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laboratory Technician III in Delaware is $88,890 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Laboratory Technician III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,893
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,090 to $97,790
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,078

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Laboratory Technician III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,790	$8,149	$1,881	$47
Average	$88,890	$7,408	$1,709	$43
25th Percentile	$80,090	$6,674	$1,540	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Laboratory Technician III Salaries

A Laboratory Technician III's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Laboratory Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laboratory Technician III's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Laboratory Assistant (0-2 years): $58,671
Intermediate Laboratory Assistant (2-4 years): $70,932
Laboratory Technician III (4-7 years): $88,891
Expert Laboratory Assistant (7+ years): $110,140

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Laboratory Assistant	0-2 years	$58,671
Intermediate Laboratory Assistant	2-4 years	$70,932
Laboratory Technician III	4-7 years	$88,891
Expert Laboratory Assistant	7+ years	$110,140

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How Do Laboratory Technician III Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Laboratory Technician IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $97,190.
California: $96,890.
Massachusetts: $95,590.

District of Columbia $97,190 California $96,890 Massachusetts $95,590 Washington $95,190 New Jersey $95,190 Alaska $95,090 Connecticut $93,890 New York $93,390

Hawaii $91,790 Rhode Island $91,090 Maryland $90,590 Minnesota $89,890 Colorado $89,590 Illinois $89,490 Oregon $89,190 Delaware $88,890

New Hampshire $88,790 Virginia $88,390 Pennsylvania $87,390 Nevada $86,890 North Dakota $86,790 Michigan $86,490 Wisconsin $86,390 Vermont $86,190

Texas $85,690 Arizona $85,590 Maine $85,590 Ohio $85,490 Georgia $84,690 Indiana $84,290 Wyoming $84,190 Utah $84,090

Iowa $84,090 Kansas $83,590 Louisiana $83,490 North Carolina $83,490 Missouri $83,390 Florida $83,090 Montana $82,890 Nebraska $82,690

Kentucky $82,590 South Carolina $82,290 Tennessee $82,090 Idaho $81,990 New Mexico $81,290 Oklahoma $81,190 Alabama $80,690 South Dakota $79,790

Arkansas $79,290 West Virginia $79,090 Mississippi $78,290

Top Paying Cities for Laboratory Technician IIIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $88,490
Little Creek: $89,190
Magnolia: $89,090

Lincoln, DE $88,490 Little Creek, DE $89,190 Magnolia, DE $89,090 Milford, DE $88,790 Marydel, DE $88,890 Millsboro, DE $88,190 Millville, DE $88,290 Milton, DE $88,490

Nassau, DE $88,490 Ocean View, DE $88,290 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,490 Seaford, DE $88,490 Selbyville, DE $88,090 Smyrna, DE $89,190 Viola, DE $88,790 Woodside, DE $89,090

Bear, DE $88,890 Newark, DE $88,790 Claymont, DE $88,990 Delaware City, DE $88,890 Hockessin, DE $88,790 Kirkwood, DE $88,890 Middletown, DE $88,890 Montchanin, DE $88,890

New Castle, DE $88,890 Odessa, DE $88,990 Port Penn, DE $88,990 Rockland, DE $88,890 Saint Georges, DE $88,890 Townsend, DE $89,090 Winterthur, DE $88,890 Lewes, DE $88,490

Wilmington, DE $88,790 Dover, DE $89,190 Dover Afb, DE $88,690 Bethany Beach, DE $88,190 Bethel, DE $88,290 Bridgeville, DE $88,490 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,890 Cheswold, DE $89,190

Clayton, DE $89,190 Dagsboro, DE $88,090 Delmar, DE $87,990 Ellendale, DE $88,290 Felton, DE $88,790 Fenwick Island, DE $88,190 Frankford, DE $87,990 Frederica, DE $88,790

Georgetown, DE $88,090 Greenwood, DE $88,490 Harbeson, DE $88,190 Harrington, DE $88,590 Hartly, DE $88,890 Houston, DE $88,490 Kenton, DE $89,190 Laurel, DE $87,990

Yorklyn, DE $88,890

Laboratory Technician III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Laboratory Technician III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $99,502. While startup companies pay approximate $84,233.

Laboratory Technician III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$84,233
Growth Stage	51~500	$89,069
Established	501~5000	$96,101
Enterprise	5000+	$99,502

Laboratory Technician III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Laboratory Technician III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Laboratory Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Laboratory Technician III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Laboratory Technician III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$106,668	$51.0	20%
Software & Networking	$106,668	$51.0	20%
Biotechnology	$102,223	$49.0	15%
Financial Services	$102,223	$49.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$97,779	$47.0	10%

Laboratory Technician III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laboratory Technician III's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$80,090

Average $88,890/year

$97,790

$6,674

Average $7,408/month

$8,149

$1,540

Average $1,709/week

$1,881

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,790	$8,149	$1,881	$47
Average	$88,890	$7,408	$1,709	$43
25th Percentile	$80,090	$6,674	$1,540	$39

Laboratory Technician III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Laboratory Technician III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Expert Laboratory Assistant role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $110,200 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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