What are the main factors that influence a Laboratory Assistant I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Laboratory Assistant 's salary?

A Laboratory Assistant 's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $58,655, a Laboratory Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $70,901, a Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $88,843, a Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $110,076,

What are the highest paying states for a Laboratory Assistant I?

Laboratory Assistant I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laboratory Assistant I roles are District of Columbia $64,128, California $63,885, Massachusetts $63,033. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laboratory Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Laboratory Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Expert Laboratory Assistant: $108,700; Laboratory Assistant IV: $108,696; Senior Laboratory Assistant: $87,730; Laboratory Assistant III: $87,729; Intermediate Laboratory Assistant: $70,100.

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Laboratory Assistant I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Laboratory Assistant I make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laboratory Assistant I in Delaware is $58,655 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,354
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,187 to $64,255
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,300

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Laboratory Assistant I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,255	$5,355	$1,236	$31
Average	$58,655	$4,888	$1,128	$28
25th Percentile	$52,187	$4,349	$1,004	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Laboratory Assistant I Salaries

A Laboratory Assistant I'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 Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laboratory Assistant I'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:

Laboratory Assistant I (0-2 years): $58,655
Laboratory Assistant II (2-4 years): $70,901
Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years): $88,843
Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years): $110,076

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Laboratory Assistant I	0-2 years	$58,655
Laboratory Assistant II	2-4 years	$70,901
Laboratory Assistant III	4-7 years	$88,843
Laboratory Assistant IV	7+ years	$110,076

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How Do Laboratory Assistant I 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 Assistant Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,128.
California: $63,885.
Massachusetts: $63,033.

District of Columbia $64,128 California $63,885 Massachusetts $63,033 Washington $62,802 New Jersey $62,778 Alaska $62,697 Connecticut $61,898 New York $61,574

Hawaii $60,537 Rhode Island $60,050 Maryland $59,720 Minnesota $59,269 Colorado $59,095 Illinois $59,037 Oregon $58,817 Delaware $58,655

New Hampshire $58,553 Virginia $58,324 Pennsylvania $57,658 Nevada $57,322 North Dakota $57,212 Michigan $57,039 Wisconsin $56,975 Vermont $56,847

Texas $56,494 Maine $56,471 Arizona $56,436 Ohio $56,396 Georgia $55,863 Indiana $55,596 Wyoming $55,544 Utah $55,463

Iowa $55,428 Kansas $55,150 Louisiana $55,069 North Carolina $55,040 Missouri $55,029 Florida $54,803 Montana $54,681 Nebraska $54,565

Kentucky $54,502 South Carolina $54,270 Tennessee $54,125 Idaho $54,067 New Mexico $53,645 Oklahoma $53,552 Alabama $53,210 South Dakota $52,637

Arkansas $52,324 West Virginia $52,156 Mississippi $51,652

Top Paying Cities for Laboratory Assistant Is

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: $58,390
Little Creek: $58,818
Magnolia: $58,733

Lincoln, DE $58,390 Little Creek, DE $58,818 Magnolia, DE $58,733 Milford, DE $58,539 Marydel, DE $58,635 Millsboro, DE $58,145 Millville, DE $58,235 Milton, DE $58,336

Nassau, DE $58,378 Ocean View, DE $58,225 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,337 Seaford, DE $58,370 Selbyville, DE $58,129 Smyrna, DE $58,858 Viola, DE $58,587 Woodside, DE $58,745

Bear, DE $58,609 Newark, DE $58,587 Claymont, DE $58,707 Delaware City, DE $58,646 Hockessin, DE $58,582 Kirkwood, DE $58,635 Middletown, DE $58,657 Montchanin, DE $58,595

New Castle, DE $58,604 Odessa, DE $58,686 Port Penn, DE $58,726 Rockland, DE $58,601 Saint Georges, DE $58,639 Townsend, DE $58,729 Winterthur, DE $58,608 Lewes, DE $58,359

Wilmington, DE $58,585 Dover, DE $58,818 Dover Afb, DE $58,508 Bethany Beach, DE $58,164 Bethel, DE $58,224 Bridgeville, DE $58,362 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,652 Cheswold, DE $58,799

Clayton, DE $58,801 Dagsboro, DE $58,123 Delmar, DE $58,030 Ellendale, DE $58,206 Felton, DE $58,534 Fenwick Island, DE $58,136 Frankford, DE $58,035 Frederica, DE $58,592

Georgetown, DE $58,101 Greenwood, DE $58,371 Harbeson, DE $58,163 Harrington, DE $58,460 Hartly, DE $58,642 Houston, DE $58,377 Kenton, DE $58,803 Laurel, DE $58,067

Yorklyn, DE $58,600

Laboratory Assistant I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laboratory Assistant I'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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$52,187

Average $58,655/year

$64,255

$4,349

Average $4,888/month

$5,355

$1,004

Average $1,128/week

$1,236

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,255	$5,355	$1,236	$31
Average	$58,655	$4,888	$1,128	$28
25th Percentile	$52,187	$4,349	$1,004	$25

Laboratory Assistant I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Laboratory Assistant I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Laboratory Assistant I Salary Growth and Career Path
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Research Technician II - Biotech	$63,250	8%
Laboratory Assistant II	$70,901	21%

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