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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Petroleum Laboratory Technician in Missouri is $38,007 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.
However, a Petroleum Laboratory Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Petroleum Laboratory Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $40,810 | $3,401 | $785 | $20 |
| Average | $38,007 | $3,167 | $731 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,293 | $2,941 | $679 | $17 |
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A Petroleum Laboratory 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Petroleum Laboratory 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Petroleum... Level Petroleum Laboratory Technician | $38,573 |
| Patient A... Level Petroleum Laboratory Technician | $66,237 |
| Patient A... Level Petroleum Laboratory Technician | $98,574 |
| Patient A... Level Petroleum Laboratory Technician | $126,547 |
| Patient A... Level Petroleum Laboratory Technician | $169,177 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Petroleum Laboratory Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Petroleum Laboratory Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Petroleum Laboratory Technician positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Petroleum Laboratory Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $45,609 | $22.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Petroleum Laboratory 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $40,810 | $3,401 | $785 | $20 |
| Average | $38,007 | $3,167 | $731 | $18 |
| 25th Percentile | $35,293 | $2,941 | $679 | $17 |
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