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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Laser Tech?

Laser Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laser Tech roles are District of Columbia $48,315, California $48,132, Massachusetts $47,490. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laser Tech roles make?

Salaries for Laser Tech level roles vary by specialization: Laser Programmer: $84,021; Laser Therapist: $79,710; Laser Engineer: $79,525; Laser Nurse: $74,497; Laser Scientist: $73,564.

Laser Tech Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Laser Tech make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laser Tech in Rhode Island is $45,243 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,429
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,236 to $53,192
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,319

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Laser Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,192	$4,433	$1,023	$26
Average	$45,243	$3,770	$870	$22
25th Percentile	$44,236	$3,686	$851	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Laser Tech Salaries

A Laser Tech's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $48,315.
California: $48,132.
Massachusetts: $47,490.

District of Columbia $48,315 California $48,132 Massachusetts $47,490 Washington $47,316 New Jersey $47,298 Alaska $47,237 Connecticut $46,635 New York $46,391

Hawaii $45,609 Rhode Island $45,243 Maryland $44,994 Minnesota $44,654 Colorado $44,523 Illinois $44,479 Oregon $44,313 Delaware $44,191

New Hampshire $44,114 Virginia $43,943 Pennsylvania $43,441 Nevada $43,188 North Dakota $43,105 Michigan $42,974 Wisconsin $42,926 Vermont $42,830

Texas $42,564 Maine $42,546 Arizona $42,520 Ohio $42,489 Georgia $42,088 Indiana $41,887 Wyoming $41,848 Utah $41,787

Iowa $41,761 Kansas $41,551 Louisiana $41,490 North Carolina $41,468 Missouri $41,460 Florida $41,289 Montana $41,198 Nebraska $41,111

Kentucky $41,063 South Carolina $40,888 Tennessee $40,779 Idaho $40,735 New Mexico $40,417 Oklahoma $40,347 Alabama $40,089 South Dakota $39,657

Arkansas $39,422 West Virginia $39,295 Mississippi $38,916

Top Paying Cities for Laser 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:

Adamsville: $45,808
Albion: $45,421
Ashaway: $45,722

Adamsville, RI $45,808 Albion, RI $45,421 Ashaway, RI $45,722 Barrington, RI $45,302 Block Island, RI $45,554 Bradford, RI $45,694 Bristol, RI $45,476 Carolina, RI $45,619

Charlestown, RI $45,635 Chepachet, RI $45,544 Clayville, RI $45,417 Coventry, RI $45,420 West Greenwich, RI $45,545 East Greenwich, RI $45,389 Exeter, RI $45,532 Fiskeville, RI $45,301

Forestdale, RI $45,650 Foster, RI $45,520 Glendale, RI $45,654 Greene, RI $45,580 Greenville, RI $45,318 Harmony, RI $45,377 Harrisville, RI $45,634 Hope, RI $45,329

Hope Valley, RI $45,681 Hopkinton, RI $45,742 Jamestown, RI $45,589 Kenyon, RI $45,613 Little Compton, RI $45,802 Manville, RI $45,481 Mapleville, RI $45,553 Newport, RI $45,635

Middletown, RI $45,655 North Kingstown, RI $45,467 North Scituate, RI $45,377 Oakland, RI $45,603 Pascoag, RI $45,664 Pawtucket, RI $45,234 Central Falls, RI $45,254 Cumberland, RI $45,511

Lincoln, RI $45,300 Portsmouth, RI $45,630 Prudence Island, RI $45,536 Rockville, RI $45,735 Saunderstown, RI $45,561 Shannock, RI $45,616 Slatersville, RI $45,651 Slocum, RI $45,560

Tiverton, RI $45,769 Wakefield, RI $45,600 Kingston, RI $45,583 Narragansett, RI $45,613 Peace Dale, RI $45,595 Warren, RI $45,419 Warwick, RI $45,292 Westerly, RI $45,733

West Kingston, RI $45,597 West Warwick, RI $45,348 Wood River Junction, RI $45,662 Woonsocket, RI $45,653 North Smithfield, RI $45,549 Wyoming, RI $45,616 Providence, RI $45,221 Cranston, RI $45,227

North Providence, RI $45,232 East Providence, RI $45,224 Riverside, RI $45,239 Rumford, RI $45,232 Smithfield, RI $45,324 Johnston, RI $45,248

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

Understanding how a Laser 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 August 01, 2026

$44,236

Average $45,243/year

$53,192

$3,686

Average $3,770/month

$4,433

$851

Average $870/week

$1,023

$21

Average $22/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,192	$4,433	$1,023	$26
Average	$45,243	$3,770	$870	$22
25th Percentile	$44,236	$3,686	$851	$21

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Laser Tech Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Laser Tech make in Rhode Island?

Key Factors That Influence Laser Tech Salaries

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