What are the main factors that influence a Soil Laboratory Technician's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Soil Laboratory Technician?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Soil Laboratory Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Soil Laboratory Technician's salary?

A Soil Laboratory Technician's salary grows with experience: a Soil Laboratory Technician (1-3 years)earns $40,808, a Patient Accounts Supervisor (3+ years)earns $70,075, a Patient Accounts Manager (3-5 years)earns $104,286, a Patient Accounts Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $133,880, a Patient Accounts Director (5+ years)earns $178,981,

What are the highest paying states for a Soil Laboratory Technician?

Soil Laboratory Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Soil Laboratory Technician roles are District of Columbia $43,962, California $43,795, Massachusetts $43,212. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Soil Laboratory Technician roles make?

Salaries for Soil Laboratory Technician level roles vary by specialization: Laboratory Technician IV: $108,760; Laboratory Technician III: $87,790; Soil Scientist: $82,048; Soil Conservationist: $79,594; Laboratory Technician: $73,949.

Soil Laboratory Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Soil Laboratory Technician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Soil Laboratory Technician in Delaware is $40,210 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Soil Laboratory Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,873
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,338 to $43,174
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,724

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Soil Laboratory Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,174	$3,598	$830	$21
Average	$40,210	$3,351	$773	$19
25th Percentile	$37,338	$3,112	$718	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Soil Laboratory Technician Salaries

A Soil 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.

How Experience Level Affects Soil Laboratory Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Soil 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $40,808
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,075
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,286
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,880
Expert (over 8 years): $178,981

Levels	Salary
Soil Labo... Level Soil Laboratory Technician	$40,808
Patient A... Level Soil Laboratory Technician	$70,075
Patient A... Level Soil Laboratory Technician	$104,286
Patient A... Level Soil Laboratory Technician	$133,880
Patient A... Level Soil Laboratory Technician	$178,981

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How Do Soil Laboratory Technician 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 Soil Laboratory Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,962.
California: $43,795.
Massachusetts: $43,212.

District of Columbia $43,962 California $43,795 Massachusetts $43,212 Washington $43,053 New Jersey $43,037 Alaska $42,981 Connecticut $42,433 New York $42,211

Hawaii $41,500 Rhode Island $41,167 Maryland $40,940 Minnesota $40,631 Colorado $40,512 Illinois $40,472 Oregon $40,321 Delaware $40,210

New Hampshire $40,140 Virginia $39,984 Pennsylvania $39,527 Nevada $39,297 North Dakota $39,221 Michigan $39,102 Wisconsin $39,058 Vermont $38,971

Texas $38,729 Maine $38,713 Arizona $38,689 Ohio $38,661 Georgia $38,296 Indiana $38,113 Wyoming $38,078 Utah $38,022

Iowa $37,998 Kansas $37,808 Louisiana $37,752 North Carolina $37,732 Missouri $37,724 Florida $37,569 Montana $37,486 Nebraska $37,407

Kentucky $37,363 South Carolina $37,204 Tennessee $37,105 Idaho $37,065 New Mexico $36,775 Oklahoma $36,712 Alabama $36,478 South Dakota $36,084

Arkansas $35,870 West Virginia $35,755 Mississippi $35,409

Top Paying Cities for Soil Laboratory Technicians

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: $40,029
Little Creek: $40,322
Magnolia: $40,264

Lincoln, DE $40,029 Little Creek, DE $40,322 Magnolia, DE $40,264 Milford, DE $40,130 Marydel, DE $40,196 Millsboro, DE $39,861 Millville, DE $39,922 Milton, DE $39,991

Nassau, DE $40,020 Ocean View, DE $39,916 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,992 Seaford, DE $40,015 Selbyville, DE $39,849 Smyrna, DE $40,350 Viola, DE $40,164 Woodside, DE $40,272

Bear, DE $40,179 Newark, DE $40,164 Claymont, DE $40,246 Delaware City, DE $40,204 Hockessin, DE $40,160 Kirkwood, DE $40,196 Middletown, DE $40,212 Montchanin, DE $40,169

New Castle, DE $40,175 Odessa, DE $40,232 Port Penn, DE $40,259 Rockland, DE $40,173 Saint Georges, DE $40,199 Townsend, DE $40,261 Winterthur, DE $40,178 Lewes, DE $40,007

Wilmington, DE $40,162 Dover, DE $40,322 Dover Afb, DE $40,109 Bethany Beach, DE $39,874 Bethel, DE $39,915 Bridgeville, DE $40,009 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,208 Cheswold, DE $40,309

Clayton, DE $40,310 Dagsboro, DE $39,846 Delmar, DE $39,782 Ellendale, DE $39,903 Felton, DE $40,127 Fenwick Island, DE $39,854 Frankford, DE $39,785 Frederica, DE $40,167

Georgetown, DE $39,831 Greenwood, DE $40,015 Harbeson, DE $39,873 Harrington, DE $40,076 Hartly, DE $40,201 Houston, DE $40,019 Kenton, DE $40,312 Laurel, DE $39,807

Yorklyn, DE $40,172

Soil Laboratory Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Soil 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, Soil Laboratory Technician positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Soil Laboratory Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Soil Laboratory Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$48,252	$23.0	20%

Soil Laboratory Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Soil 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$37,338

Average $40,210/year

$43,174

$3,112

Average $3,351/month

$3,598

$718

Average $773/week

$830

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,174	$3,598	$830	$21
Average	$40,210	$3,351	$773	$19
25th Percentile	$37,338	$3,112	$718	$18

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