What are the main factors that influence a Specimen Processor's salary?

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

How does experience change A Specimen Processor's salary?

A Specimen Processor's salary grows with experience: a Phlebotomist (0-0 years)earns $41,992, a Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years)earns $43,146, a Specimen Processor (1-3 years)earns $48,266, a Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years)earns $56,253,

What are the highest paying states for a Specimen Processor?

Specimen Processor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Specimen Processor roles are District of Columbia $50,331, California $50,140, Massachusetts $49,472. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Specimen Processor roles make?

Salaries for Specimen Processor level roles vary by specialization: Specimen Processing Technician: $76,938; Specimen Processing Specialist: $75,125; Specimen Accessioner: $53,028; Specimen Prep Tech: $49,594; Laboratory Specimen Processor: $47,807.

Specimen Processor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Specimen Processor make in Rhode Island?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Specimen Processor in Rhode Island is $47,131 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,664
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,682 to $52,644
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,721

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Specimen Processor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,644	$4,387	$1,012	$25
Average	$47,131	$3,928	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$41,682	$3,473	$802	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Specimen Processor Salaries

A Specimen Processor'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 Do Specimen Processor 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 Specimen Processors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,331.
California: $50,140.
Massachusetts: $49,472.

District of Columbia $50,331 California $50,140 Massachusetts $49,472 Washington $49,290 New Jersey $49,272 Alaska $49,208 Connecticut $48,581 New York $48,326

Hawaii $47,512 Rhode Island $47,131 Maryland $46,871 Minnesota $46,517 Colorado $46,380 Illinois $46,335 Oregon $46,162 Delaware $46,035

New Hampshire $45,955 Virginia $45,776 Pennsylvania $45,253 Nevada $44,989 North Dakota $44,903 Michigan $44,767 Wisconsin $44,717 Vermont $44,617

Texas $44,339 Maine $44,321 Arizona $44,294 Ohio $44,262 Georgia $43,844 Indiana $43,635 Wyoming $43,594 Utah $43,530

Iowa $43,503 Kansas $43,285 Louisiana $43,221 North Carolina $43,198 Missouri $43,189 Florida $43,012 Montana $42,917 Nebraska $42,826

Kentucky $42,776 South Carolina $42,594 Tennessee $42,480 Idaho $42,435 New Mexico $42,103 Oklahoma $42,030 Alabama $41,762 South Dakota $41,312

Arkansas $41,066 West Virginia $40,935 Mississippi $40,539

Top Paying Cities for Specimen Processors

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: $47,903
Albion: $47,108
Ashaway: $48,085

Adamsville, RI $47,903 Albion, RI $47,108 Ashaway, RI $48,085 Barrington, RI $47,108 Block Island, RI $47,835 Bradford, RI $48,053 Bristol, RI $47,062 Carolina, RI $47,662

Charlestown, RI $47,712 Chepachet, RI $47,017 Clayville, RI $47,062 Coventry, RI $47,017 West Greenwich, RI $46,985 East Greenwich, RI $47,049 Exeter, RI $48,053 Fiskeville, RI $47,108

Forestdale, RI $47,062 Foster, RI $46,985 Glendale, RI $46,985 Greene, RI $47,512 Greenville, RI $47,108 Harmony, RI $47,094 Harrisville, RI $47,017 Hope, RI $47,108

Hope Valley, RI $48,085 Hopkinton, RI $48,099 Jamestown, RI $47,617 Kenyon, RI $48,040 Little Compton, RI $47,885 Manville, RI $47,108 Mapleville, RI $46,985 Newport, RI $47,626

Middletown, RI $47,826 North Kingstown, RI $46,971 North Scituate, RI $47,094 Oakland, RI $47,031 Pascoag, RI $47,003 Pawtucket, RI $47,108 Central Falls, RI $47,108 Cumberland, RI $47,108

Lincoln, RI $47,108 Portsmouth, RI $47,435 Prudence Island, RI $47,017 Rockville, RI $48,099 Saunderstown, RI $47,644 Shannock, RI $48,026 Slatersville, RI $47,062 Slocum, RI $47,644

Tiverton, RI $47,917 Wakefield, RI $47,594 Kingston, RI $47,603 Narragansett, RI $47,612 Peace Dale, RI $47,594 Warren, RI $47,094 Warwick, RI $47,108 Westerly, RI $48,112

West Kingston, RI $47,631 West Warwick, RI $47,108 Wood River Junction, RI $48,053 Woonsocket, RI $47,062 North Smithfield, RI $47,094 Wyoming, RI $48,040 Providence, RI $47,108 Cranston, RI $47,108

North Providence, RI $47,108 East Providence, RI $47,108 Riverside, RI $47,108 Rumford, RI $47,108 Smithfield, RI $47,108 Johnston, RI $47,108

Specimen Processor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Specimen Processor'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 February 01, 2026

$41,682

Average $47,131/year

$52,644

$3,473

Average $3,928/month

$4,387

$802

Average $906/week

$1,012

$20

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,644	$4,387	$1,012	$25
Average	$47,131	$3,928	$906	$23
25th Percentile	$41,682	$3,473	$802	$20

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