Genomic Technologist Salary in the United States

How much does a Genomic Technologist make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Genomic Technologist in the United States is $56,625 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,805
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,618 to $60,907
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,150
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Genomic Technologist Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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75th Percentile $60,907 $5,076 $1,171 $29
Average $56,625 $4,719 $1,089 $27
25th Percentile $50,618 $4,218 $973 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Genomic Technologist Salaries

A Genomic 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Genomic Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Genomic 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,876
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $69,112
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,723
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,225
  • Expert (over 8 years): $206,490
Levels Salary
Genomic T... Level Genomic Technologist$57,876
Credit An... Level Genomic Technologist$69,112
Credit An... Level Genomic Technologist$84,723
Credit An... Level Genomic Technologist$117,225
VP of Cre... Level Genomic Technologist$206,490
$57,876 0 yr
$69,112 < 2 yrs
$84,723 2-4 yrs
$117,225 5-8 yrs
$206,490 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $62,695.
  • California: $62,457.
  • Massachusetts: $61,625.

Top Paying Cities for Genomic 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:

  • San Jose: $71,421
  • San Francisco: $70,639
  • Oakland: $69,150

What Skills Can Increase a Genomic Technologist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 17.03% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Credit Risk (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Credit risk is the possibility of loss due to a borrower's defaulting on a loan or not meeting contractual obligations.
  • Tax Return (Mentioned in 1.69% Job Postings): Calculating an entity’s income earned with the amount of tax payable to the government, organizations, or potential taxpayers.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 17.03%
Credit Risk 2.55%
Tax Return 1.69%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Genomic Technologist's salary.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Initiative
$61,155
8%
Products and Services
$61,155
8%
Due Diligence
$60,588
7%
Collaboration
$60,588
7%
Commitment
$58,890
4%
Credit Reports
$58,323
3%
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How Education impacts a Genomic Technologist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Genomic Technologists enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Genomic Technologist with a Associate's Degree is between $55,783 and $59,395).

Genomic Technologist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Genomic Technologist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 7.5%
Associates 5.2%
Bachelors 69.6%
Masters 16.8%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Genomic Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Genomic 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Genomic Technologist

Salaries for a Genomic Technologist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $56,914 in 2023 to around $57,042 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Genomic Technologist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Genomic Technologist Over Time

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