What are the main factors that influence an Associate Laboratory Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change An Associate Laboratory Technician's salary?

An Associate Laboratory Technician's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $49,017, a Associate Laboratory Technician (1-3 years)earns $56,662, a Laboratory Support Technician III (3-5 years)earns $77,840, a Laboratory Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $91,882, a Laboratory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $91,335,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Laboratory Technician?

Associate Laboratory Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Laboratory Technician roles are District of Columbia $57,024, California $56,807, Massachusetts $56,050. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Associate Laboratory Technician level roles vary by specialization: Laboratory Support Technician IV: $84,370; Laboratory Technician: $73,861; Laboratory Support Technician III: $71,476; Laboratory Quality Control Technician IV: $70,527; Laboratory Associate: $69,908.

Associate Laboratory Technician Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Associate Laboratory Technician make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Laboratory Technician in District of Columbia is $57,024 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,427
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,973 to $61,946
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,286

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Associate Laboratory Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,946	$5,162	$1,191	$30
Average	$57,024	$4,752	$1,097	$27
25th Percentile	$52,973	$4,414	$1,019	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Laboratory Technician Salaries

An Associate 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 Associate Laboratory Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate 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): $49,017
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,662
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,840
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,882
Expert (over 8 years): $91,335

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Associate Laboratory Technician	$49,017
Associate... Level Associate Laboratory Technician	$56,662
Laborator... Level Associate Laboratory Technician	$77,840
Laborator... Level Associate Laboratory Technician	$91,882
Laborator... Level Associate Laboratory Technician	$91,335

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

District of Columbia: $57,024.
California: $56,807.
Massachusetts: $56,050.

District of Columbia $57,024 California $56,807 Massachusetts $56,050 Washington $55,844 New Jersey $55,824 Alaska $55,752 Connecticut $55,041 New York $54,752

Hawaii $53,831 Rhode Island $53,398 Maryland $53,104 Minnesota $52,703 Colorado $52,548 Illinois $52,497 Oregon $52,301 Delaware $52,157

New Hampshire $52,066 Virginia $51,863 Pennsylvania $51,271 Nevada $50,972 North Dakota $50,874 Michigan $50,720 Wisconsin $50,663 Vermont $50,550

Texas $50,236 Maine $50,215 Arizona $50,184 Ohio $50,148 Georgia $49,674 Indiana $49,437 Wyoming $49,391 Utah $49,319

Iowa $49,288 Kansas $49,041 Louisiana $48,969 North Carolina $48,943 Missouri $48,933 Florida $48,732 Montana $48,624 Nebraska $48,521

Kentucky $48,464 South Carolina $48,258 Tennessee $48,129 Idaho $48,078 New Mexico $47,702 Oklahoma $47,619 Alabama $47,315 South Dakota $46,806

Arkansas $46,527 West Virginia $46,378 Mississippi $45,930

Top Paying Cities for Associate 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:

Parcel Return Service: $57,024
Washington: $57,024
Naval Anacost Annex: $57,024

Parcel Return Service, DC $57,024 Washington, DC $57,024 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $57,024 Washington Navy Yard, DC $57,024

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

Understanding how an Associate 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 April 01, 2026

$52,973

Average $57,024/year

$61,946

$4,414

Average $4,752/month

$5,162

$1,019

Average $1,097/week

$1,191

$25

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,946	$5,162	$1,191	$30
Average	$57,024	$4,752	$1,097	$27
25th Percentile	$52,973	$4,414	$1,019	$25

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