What are the main factors that influence a Medical Technologist'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 Medical Technologist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Medical Technologist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medical Technologist's salary?

A Medical Technologist's salary grows with experience: starting around $85,774 for beginners, reaching about $88,426 at mid-level, and approach $91,973 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Technologist?

Medical Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Technologist roles are District of Columbia $98,924, California $98,549, Massachusetts $97,235. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Medical Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Chief Medical Technologist: $101,236; Nuclear Medical Technologist: $99,440; Lead Medical Technologist: $98,780; Travel Medical Technologist: $88,717; Medical Technologist (ASCP): $87,601.

Medical Technologist Salary in Nevada

How much does a Medical Technologist make in Nevada?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Technologist in Nevada is $88,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,788
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,123 to $96,467
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,384

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Medical Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,467	$8,039	$1,855	$46
Average	$88,426	$7,369	$1,700	$43
25th Percentile	$82,123	$6,844	$1,579	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Technologist Salaries

A Medical Technologist'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 Medical Technologist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical Technologist'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): $85,774
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,962
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,426
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,737
Expert (over 8 years): $91,973

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Medical Technologist	$85,774
Intermediate Level Medical Technologist	$85,962
Senior Level Medical Technologist	$88,426
Specialist Level Medical Technologist	$91,737
Expert Level Medical Technologist	$91,973

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How Do Medical Technologist 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 Medical Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $98,924.
California: $98,549.
Massachusetts: $97,235.

District of Columbia $98,924 California $98,549 Massachusetts $97,235 Washington $96,878 New Jersey $96,842 Alaska $96,717 Connecticut $95,484 New York $94,984

Hawaii $93,384 Rhode Island $92,634 Maryland $92,125 Minnesota $91,428 Colorado $91,160 Illinois $91,070 Oregon $90,731 Delaware $90,481

New Hampshire $90,323 Virginia $89,971 Pennsylvania $88,944 Nevada $88,426 North Dakota $88,256 Michigan $87,988 Wisconsin $87,890 Vermont $87,693

Texas $87,148 Maine $87,112 Arizona $87,059 Ohio $86,996 Georgia $86,174 Indiana $85,763 Wyoming $85,683 Utah $85,558

Iowa $85,504 Kansas $85,075 Louisiana $84,950 North Carolina $84,906 Missouri $84,888 Florida $84,539 Montana $84,352 Nebraska $84,173

Kentucky $84,075 South Carolina $83,717 Tennessee $83,494 Idaho $83,404 New Mexico $82,752 Oklahoma $82,609 Alabama $82,082 South Dakota $81,198

Arkansas $80,715 West Virginia $80,456 Mississippi $79,679

Top Paying Cities for Medical Technologists

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:

The Lakes: $86,818
Alamo: $89,342
Henderson: $86,835

The Lakes, NV $86,818 Alamo, NV $89,342 Henderson, NV $86,835 Beatty, NV $89,445 Blue Diamond, NV $86,936 Boulder City, NV $87,046 Bunkerville, NV $88,872 Caliente, NV $89,059

Dyer, NV $89,367 Goldfield, NV $89,326 Hiko, NV $89,150 Indian Springs, NV $88,036 Jean, NV $87,610 Amargosa Valley, NV $89,424 Logandale, NV $88,783 Manhattan, NV $89,482

Mercury, NV $89,168 Mesquite, NV $89,387 Moapa, NV $88,081 Laughlin, NV $89,031 North Las Vegas, NV $86,818 Coyote Springs, NV $88,694 Cal Nev Ari, NV $88,653 Overton, NV $87,835

Pahrump, NV $88,813 Panaca, NV $88,966 Pioche, NV $88,980 Round Mountain, NV $89,361 Searchlight, NV $88,238 Silverpeak, NV $89,639 Tonopah, NV $89,358 Sloan, NV $86,868

Las Vegas, NV $86,818 Nellis Afb, NV $86,818 Ely, NV $89,337 Austin, NV $89,283 Baker, NV $88,955 Duckwater, NV $89,407 Eureka, NV $89,334 Lund, NV $89,329

Mc Gill, NV $89,458 Ruth, NV $89,654 Crystal Bay, NV $90,510 Dayton, NV $89,378 Denio, NV $89,119 Empire, NV $89,345 Fallon, NV $89,500 Fernley, NV $89,564

Gabbs, NV $89,363 Gardnerville, NV $89,580 Genoa, NV $89,424 Gerlach, NV $89,384 Glenbrook, NV $89,511 Golconda, NV $89,320 Hawthorne, NV $89,509 Imlay, NV $89,380

Lovelock, NV $89,499 Luning, NV $89,524 Mc Dermitt, NV $89,071 Mina, NV $89,344 Minden, NV $89,353 Nixon, NV $89,378 Orovada, NV $89,188 Paradise Valley, NV $89,300

Schurz, NV $89,417 Silver City, NV $89,221 Silver Springs, NV $89,539 Smith, NV $89,484 Sparks, NV $89,526 Sun Valley, NV $89,529 Valmy, NV $89,488 Verdi, NV $89,670

Virginia City, NV $89,270 Wadsworth, NV $89,491 Wellington, NV $89,496 Winnemucca, NV $89,429 Yerington, NV $89,466 Zephyr Cove, NV $89,602 Stateline, NV $89,639 Incline Village, NV $89,770

Reno, NV $89,525 Carson City, NV $89,132 Washoe Valley, NV $89,200 Elko, NV $89,529 Spring Creek, NV $89,532 Battle Mountain, NV $89,409 Crescent Valley, NV $89,375 Carlin, NV $89,476

Deeth, NV $89,342 Halleck, NV $89,342 Jackpot, NV $88,613 Jarbidge, NV $88,811 Lamoille, NV $89,395 Montello, NV $88,808 Mountain City, NV $89,064 Owyhee, NV $88,824

Ruby Valley, NV $89,308 Tuscarora, NV $89,241 Wells, NV $89,233 West Wendover, NV $89,312

Medical Technologist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medical Technologist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Medical Technologist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Medical Technologist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Medical Technologist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$106,111	$51.0	20%
Healthcare	$97,268	$47.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$97,268	$47.0	10%

Medical Technologist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medical Technologist'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 July 01, 2026

$82,123

Average $88,426/year

$96,467

$6,844

Average $7,369/month

$8,039

$1,579

Average $1,700/week

$1,855

$39

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,467	$8,039	$1,855	$46
Average	$88,426	$7,369	$1,700	$43
25th Percentile	$82,123	$6,844	$1,579	$39

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