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

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

How does experience change A Laser Technician's salary?

A Laser Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $53,001 for beginners, reaching about $55,979 at mid-level, and approach $57,749 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Laser Technician?

Laser Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laser Technician roles are District of Columbia $59,375, California $59,149, Massachusetts $58,361. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laser Technician roles make?

Salaries for Laser Technician level roles vary by specialization: Laser Scientist: $73,525; Laser Physicist: $71,967; Certified Laser Technician: $67,565; Surgical Laser Technician: $66,362; Healthcare Laser Technician: $65,194.

Laser Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Laser Technician make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laser Technician in Delaware is $54,307 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,896
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,330 to $60,897
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,709

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Laser Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,897	$5,075	$1,171	$29
Average	$54,307	$4,526	$1,044	$26
25th Percentile	$50,330	$4,194	$968	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Laser Technician Salaries

A Laser Technician'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 Laser Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laser Technician'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): $53,001
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,713
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,979
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,553
Expert (over 8 years): $57,749

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Laser Technician	$53,001
Intermediate Level Laser Technician	$53,713
Senior Level Laser Technician	$55,979
Specialist Level Laser Technician	$57,553
Expert Level Laser Technician	$57,749

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How Do Laser Technician 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 Laser Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,375.
California: $59,149.
Massachusetts: $58,361.

District of Columbia $59,375 California $59,149 Massachusetts $58,361 Washington $58,147 New Jersey $58,125 Alaska $58,050 Connecticut $57,310 New York $57,010

Hawaii $56,050 Rhode Island $55,599 Maryland $55,294 Minnesota $54,875 Colorado $54,715 Illinois $54,661 Oregon $54,457 Delaware $54,307

New Hampshire $54,213 Virginia $54,001 Pennsylvania $53,385 Nevada $53,074 North Dakota $52,972 Michigan $52,811 Wisconsin $52,752 Vermont $52,634

Texas $52,307 Maine $52,285 Arizona $52,253 Ohio $52,216 Georgia $51,722 Indiana $51,476 Wyoming $51,427 Utah $51,352

Iowa $51,320 Kansas $51,063 Louisiana $50,988 North Carolina $50,961 Missouri $50,950 Florida $50,741 Montana $50,628 Nebraska $50,521

Kentucky $50,462 South Carolina $50,248 Tennessee $50,113 Idaho $50,060 New Mexico $49,668 Oklahoma $49,583 Alabama $49,266 South Dakota $48,735

Arkansas $48,446 West Virginia $48,290 Mississippi $47,824

Top Paying Cities for Laser Technicians

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: $54,063
Little Creek: $54,458
Magnolia: $54,380

Lincoln, DE $54,063 Little Creek, DE $54,458 Magnolia, DE $54,380 Milford, DE $54,200 Marydel, DE $54,289 Millsboro, DE $53,836 Millville, DE $53,919 Milton, DE $54,012

Nassau, DE $54,051 Ocean View, DE $53,910 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,013 Seaford, DE $54,044 Selbyville, DE $53,820 Smyrna, DE $54,496 Viola, DE $54,245 Woodside, DE $54,391

Bear, DE $54,265 Newark, DE $54,245 Claymont, DE $54,356 Delaware City, DE $54,299 Hockessin, DE $54,240 Kirkwood, DE $54,289 Middletown, DE $54,310 Montchanin, DE $54,252

New Castle, DE $54,260 Odessa, DE $54,337 Port Penn, DE $54,373 Rockland, DE $54,258 Saint Georges, DE $54,293 Townsend, DE $54,376 Winterthur, DE $54,264 Lewes, DE $54,033

Wilmington, DE $54,243 Dover, DE $54,458 Dover Afb, DE $54,171 Bethany Beach, DE $53,853 Bethel, DE $53,909 Bridgeville, DE $54,036 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,305 Cheswold, DE $54,441

Clayton, DE $54,442 Dagsboro, DE $53,815 Delmar, DE $53,729 Ellendale, DE $53,892 Felton, DE $54,196 Fenwick Island, DE $53,827 Frankford, DE $53,733 Frederica, DE $54,249

Georgetown, DE $53,795 Greenwood, DE $54,044 Harbeson, DE $53,852 Harrington, DE $54,127 Hartly, DE $54,295 Houston, DE $54,050 Kenton, DE $54,445 Laurel, DE $53,763

Yorklyn, DE $54,256

Laser Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laser Technician'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 May 01, 2026

$50,330

Average $54,307/year

$60,897

$4,194

Average $4,526/month

$5,075

$968

Average $1,044/week

$1,171

$24

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,897	$5,075	$1,171	$29
Average	$54,307	$4,526	$1,044	$26
25th Percentile	$50,330	$4,194	$968	$24

Laser Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Laser Technician, 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.

Laser Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Automated Equipment Technician	$70,992	31%
Programmable Logic Controller Technician	$54,903	1%

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