What are the main factors that influence a Lab Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lab Engineer's salary?

A Lab Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Sales Trainer I (0-2 years)earns $71,044, a Lab Engineer (2-4 years)earns $94,700, a Sales Trainer III (4-7 years)earns $111,639, a Sales Trainer IV (7+ years)earns $137,103, a Sales Training Manager (7+ years)earns $133,276,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Engineer?

Lab Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Engineer roles are District of Columbia $93,159, California $92,805, Massachusetts $91,568. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lab Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lab Manager: $121,245; Lab Cytotechnologist: $97,300; Agricultural Engineer (Lab Engineer): $94,380; Lab Systems Engineer: $94,062; Lab Automation Engineer: $86,955.

Lab Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Lab Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Engineer in District of Columbia is $93,159 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,401
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,762 to $99,567
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,028

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Lab Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,567	$8,297	$1,915	$48
Average	$93,159	$7,763	$1,792	$45
25th Percentile	$85,762	$7,147	$1,649	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Engineer Salaries

A Lab Engineer'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 Lab Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lab Engineer'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): $71,044
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,700
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,639
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,103
Expert (over 8 years): $133,276

Levels	Salary
Sales Tra... Level Lab Engineer	$71,044
Lab Engin... Level Lab Engineer	$94,700
Sales Tra... Level Lab Engineer	$111,639
Sales Tra... Level Lab Engineer	$137,103
Sales Tra... Level Lab Engineer	$133,276

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How Do Lab Engineer 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 Lab Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,159.
California: $92,805.
Massachusetts: $91,568.

District of Columbia $93,159 California $92,805 Massachusetts $91,568 Washington $91,232 New Jersey $91,198 Alaska $91,080 Connecticut $89,919 New York $89,448

Hawaii $87,942 Rhode Island $87,235 Maryland $86,756 Minnesota $86,099 Colorado $85,847 Illinois $85,763 Oregon $85,443 Delaware $85,207

New Hampshire $85,059 Virginia $84,728 Pennsylvania $83,760 Nevada $83,272 North Dakota $83,112 Michigan $82,860 Wisconsin $82,767 Vermont $82,582

Texas $82,069 Maine $82,035 Arizona $81,985 Ohio $81,926 Georgia $81,152 Indiana $80,765 Wyoming $80,689 Utah $80,571

Iowa $80,521 Kansas $80,117 Louisiana $79,999 North Carolina $79,957 Missouri $79,940 Florida $79,612 Montana $79,436 Nebraska $79,267

Kentucky $79,175 South Carolina $78,838 Tennessee $78,628 Idaho $78,544 New Mexico $77,929 Oklahoma $77,795 Alabama $77,298 South Dakota $76,465

Arkansas $76,011 West Virginia $75,767 Mississippi $75,035

Top Paying Cities for Lab Engineers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $93,159
Washington: $93,159
Naval Anacost Annex: $93,159

Parcel Return Service, DC $93,159 Washington, DC $93,159 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $93,159 Washington Navy Yard, DC $93,159

Lab Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lab Engineer'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 April 01, 2026

$85,762

Average $93,159/year

$99,567

$7,147

Average $7,763/month

$8,297

$1,649

Average $1,792/week

$1,915

$41

Average $45/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,567	$8,297	$1,915	$48
Average	$93,159	$7,763	$1,792	$45
25th Percentile	$85,762	$7,147	$1,649	$41

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