What are the main factors that influence a Medical Laboratory Technologist's salary?

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

How does experience change A Medical Laboratory Technologist's salary?

A Medical Laboratory Technologist's salary grows with experience: a Certified Phlebotomist (0-0 years)earns $41,909, a Lab Support Clerk (0-1 years)earns $43,051, a Certified MLT I (1-3 years)earns $48,157, a Medical Laboratory Technologist (3-5 years)earns $56,129,

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Laboratory Technologist?

Medical Laboratory Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Laboratory Technologist roles are District of Columbia $61,401, California $61,201, Massachusetts $60,401. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Laboratory Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Medical Laboratory Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Leader: $109,400; Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor: $109,386; Chief Medical Technologist: $101,249; Medical Technologist: $89,310; Medical Technologist - Microbiology: $86,246.

Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Laboratory Technologist make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Delaware is $56,201 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,529
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,301 to $63,701
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,929

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Medical Laboratory Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,701	$5,308	$1,225	$31
Average	$56,201	$4,683	$1,081	$27
25th Percentile	$50,301	$4,192	$967	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Laboratory Technologist Salaries

A Medical Laboratory Technologist'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 Medical Laboratory Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Laboratory Technologist'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:

Certified Phlebotomist (0-0 years): $41,909
Lab Support Clerk (0-1 years): $43,051
Certified MLT I (1-3 years): $48,157
Medical Laboratory Technologist (3-5 years): $56,129

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Certified Phlebotomist	0-0 years	$41,909
Lab Support Clerk	0-1 years	$43,051
Certified MLT I	1-3 years	$48,157
Medical Laboratory Technologist	3-5 years	$56,129

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How Do Medical Laboratory Technologist 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 Medical Laboratory Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,401.
California: $61,201.
Massachusetts: $60,401.

District of Columbia $61,401 California $61,201 Massachusetts $60,401 Washington $60,101 New Jersey $60,101 Alaska $60,001 Connecticut $59,301 New York $59,001

Hawaii $58,001 Rhode Island $57,501 Maryland $57,201 Minnesota $56,801 Colorado $56,601 Illinois $56,501 Oregon $56,301 Delaware $56,201

New Hampshire $56,101 Virginia $55,901 Pennsylvania $55,201 Nevada $54,901 North Dakota $54,801 Michigan $54,601 Wisconsin $54,601 Vermont $54,401

Arizona $54,101 Maine $54,101 Texas $54,101 Ohio $54,001 Georgia $53,501 Indiana $53,301 Wyoming $53,201 Utah $53,101

Iowa $53,101 Kansas $52,801 Louisiana $52,701 North Carolina $52,701 Missouri $52,701 Florida $52,501 Montana $52,401 Nebraska $52,301

Kentucky $52,201 South Carolina $52,001 Tennessee $51,801 Idaho $51,801 New Mexico $51,401 Oklahoma $51,301 Alabama $51,001 South Dakota $50,401

Arkansas $50,101 West Virginia $50,001 Mississippi $49,501

Top Paying Cities for Medical Laboratory Technologists

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: $58,101
Little Creek: $57,601
Magnolia: $57,801

Lincoln, DE $58,101 Little Creek, DE $57,601 Magnolia, DE $57,801 Milford, DE $58,101 Marydel, DE $57,401 Millsboro, DE $58,101 Millville, DE $58,501 Milton, DE $58,101

Nassau, DE $58,101 Ocean View, DE $58,501 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,501 Seaford, DE $57,501 Selbyville, DE $58,501 Smyrna, DE $57,301 Viola, DE $57,801 Woodside, DE $57,701

Bear, DE $56,901 Newark, DE $56,901 Claymont, DE $57,001 Delaware City, DE $56,901 Hockessin, DE $57,001 Kirkwood, DE $56,901 Middletown, DE $57,201 Montchanin, DE $57,001

New Castle, DE $57,001 Odessa, DE $57,301 Port Penn, DE $56,801 Rockland, DE $57,001 Saint Georges, DE $56,901 Townsend, DE $57,201 Winterthur, DE $57,001 Lewes, DE $58,101

Wilmington, DE $57,001 Dover, DE $57,601 Dover Afb, DE $57,701 Bethany Beach, DE $58,501 Bethel, DE $57,501 Bridgeville, DE $58,101 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,601 Cheswold, DE $57,401

Clayton, DE $57,301 Dagsboro, DE $58,501 Delmar, DE $57,501 Ellendale, DE $58,101 Felton, DE $58,101 Fenwick Island, DE $58,501 Frankford, DE $58,501 Frederica, DE $58,101

Georgetown, DE $58,101 Greenwood, DE $58,101 Harbeson, DE $58,101 Harrington, DE $58,101 Hartly, DE $57,301 Houston, DE $58,101 Kenton, DE $57,301 Laurel, DE $57,501

Yorklyn, DE $57,001

Medical Laboratory Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Laboratory Technologist'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.

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$50,301

Average $56,201/year

$63,701

$4,192

Average $4,683/month

$5,308

$967

Average $1,081/week

$1,225

$24

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,701	$5,308	$1,225	$31
Average	$56,201	$4,683	$1,081	$27
25th Percentile	$50,301	$4,192	$967	$24

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