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Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor in the United States is $82,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,462
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,249 to $90,279
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,747
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Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $90,279 $7,523 $1,736 $43
Average $82,390 $6,866 $1,584 $40
25th Percentile $75,249 $6,271 $1,447 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor Salaries

A Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor'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 Quality Control Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor'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-Level (less than 1 year): $79,732
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,263
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,645
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,800
  • Expert (over 8 years): $85,328
Levels Salary
Entry Level Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor $79,732
Intermediate Level Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor $80,263
Senior Level Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor $81,645
Specialist Level Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor $83,800
Expert Level Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor $85,328
$79,732 0 yr
$80,263 < 2 yrs
$81,645 2-4 yrs
$83,800 5-8 yrs
$85,328 > 8 yrs
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Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor'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 November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for Laboratory Quality Control Supervisors

Salaries for a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary from $73,810 in 2023 to around $73,810 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor salary trends, .

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Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 62.1%
Bonuses 9.2%
Social Security 5.4%
401k/403b 3.0%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 6.3%
Pension 3.8%
Time Off 8.8%
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Median % of Total
Base Salary $82,390 62.1%
Bonus $12,153 9.2%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $7,233 5.4%
401K/403B $3,971 3.0%
Disability $1,891 1.4%
Healthcare $8,352 6.3%
Pension $5,105 3.8%
Time Off $11,636 8.8%
Total Compensation $132,731 100%
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FAQ about Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor

1. Where can a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor earn the most?

A Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor is $103,919.

2. What is the highest pay for Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor?

The highest pay for Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor is $97,462.

3. What is the lowest pay for Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor?

The lowest pay for Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor is $68,747.

4. What are the responsibilities of Laboratory Quality Control Supervisor?

Supervises quality assurance analysis to ensure consistent and reliable operation in a laboratory setting. Implements quality control procedures for the laboratory. Performs routine analysis to ensure the integrity of data, processes, and results and provides recommendations to improve quality standards. Reviews and interprets test results to ensure accuracy, precision, and repeatability. Performs calculations and determinations to validate results or specifications. Validates and verifies methods and identifies issues that may affect the accuracy and integrity of test results. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision.

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