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

A Lab Tech's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $44,783, a Laboratory Support Technician II (1-3 years)earns $51,768, a Lab Tech (3-5 years)earns $71,117, a Laboratory Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $83,946, a Laboratory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,446,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Tech?

Lab Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Tech roles are District of Columbia $76,103, California $75,814, Massachusetts $74,804. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Tech roles make?

Salaries for Lab Tech level roles vary by specialization: Cath Lab Tech: $84,391; Qc Lab Tech: $69,799; Lab Tech Assistant: $67,358; Lab Tech II: $56,363; Chemical Lab Tech: $54,996.

Lab Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lab Tech make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Tech in Delaware is $69,607 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,143
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,360 to $77,216
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,762

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Lab Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,216	$6,435	$1,485	$37
Average	$69,607	$5,801	$1,339	$33
25th Percentile	$62,360	$5,197	$1,199	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Tech Salaries

A Lab Tech'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 Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lab Tech'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): $44,783
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,768
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,117
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,946
Expert (over 8 years): $83,446

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Lab Tech	$44,783
Laborator... Level Lab Tech	$51,768
Lab Tech Level Lab Tech	$71,117
Laborator... Level Lab Tech	$83,946
Laborator... Level Lab Tech	$83,446

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

District of Columbia: $76,103.
California: $75,814.
Massachusetts: $74,804.

District of Columbia $76,103 California $75,814 Massachusetts $74,804 Washington $74,529 New Jersey $74,501 Alaska $74,405 Connecticut $73,456 New York $73,071

Hawaii $71,841 Rhode Island $71,264 Maryland $70,872 Minnesota $70,336 Colorado $70,130 Illinois $70,061 Oregon $69,800 Delaware $69,607

New Hampshire $69,486 Virginia $69,215 Pennsylvania $68,425 Nevada $68,026 North Dakota $67,896 Michigan $67,690 Wisconsin $67,614 Vermont $67,463

Texas $67,043 Maine $67,016 Arizona $66,975 Ohio $66,927 Georgia $66,294 Indiana $65,978 Wyoming $65,916 Utah $65,820

Iowa $65,779 Kansas $65,449 Louisiana $65,353 North Carolina $65,318 Missouri $65,304 Florida $65,036 Montana $64,892 Nebraska $64,755

Kentucky $64,679 South Carolina $64,404 Tennessee $64,232 Idaho $64,163 New Mexico $63,662 Oklahoma $63,552 Alabama $63,146 South Dakota $62,466

Arkansas $62,095 West Virginia $61,895 Mississippi $61,297

Top Paying Cities for Lab Teches

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: $72,040
Little Creek: $71,374
Magnolia: $71,669

Lincoln, DE $72,040 Little Creek, DE $71,374 Magnolia, DE $71,669 Milford, DE $72,040 Marydel, DE $71,106 Millsboro, DE $72,040 Millville, DE $72,522 Milton, DE $72,040

Nassau, DE $72,040 Ocean View, DE $72,522 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,522 Seaford, DE $71,284 Selbyville, DE $72,522 Smyrna, DE $71,023 Viola, DE $71,669 Woodside, DE $71,463

Bear, DE $70,501 Newark, DE $70,528 Claymont, DE $70,583 Delaware City, DE $70,528 Hockessin, DE $70,583 Kirkwood, DE $70,528 Middletown, DE $70,879 Montchanin, DE $70,583

New Castle, DE $70,583 Odessa, DE $70,975 Port Penn, DE $70,336 Rockland, DE $70,583 Saint Georges, DE $70,528 Townsend, DE $70,872 Winterthur, DE $70,583 Lewes, DE $72,040

Wilmington, DE $70,583 Dover, DE $71,339 Dover Afb, DE $71,504 Bethany Beach, DE $72,522 Bethel, DE $71,284 Bridgeville, DE $72,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,415 Cheswold, DE $71,174

Clayton, DE $70,996 Dagsboro, DE $72,522 Delmar, DE $71,284 Ellendale, DE $72,040 Felton, DE $72,040 Fenwick Island, DE $72,522 Frankford, DE $72,522 Frederica, DE $72,040

Georgetown, DE $72,040 Greenwood, DE $72,040 Harbeson, DE $72,040 Harrington, DE $72,040 Hartly, DE $70,961 Houston, DE $72,040 Kenton, DE $70,996 Laurel, DE $71,284

Yorklyn, DE $70,583

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

Understanding how a Lab Tech'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

$62,360

Average $69,607/year

$77,216

$5,197

Average $5,801/month

$6,435

$1,199

Average $1,339/week

$1,485

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,216	$6,435	$1,485	$37
Average	$69,607	$5,801	$1,339	$33
25th Percentile	$62,360	$5,197	$1,199	$30

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