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

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

How does experience change A Laboratory Assistant's salary?

A Laboratory Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Assistant (0-2 years)earns $64,272, a Laboratory Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $77,682, a Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $97,336, a Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $120,594,

What are the highest paying states for a Laboratory Assistant?

Laboratory Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laboratory Assistant roles are District of Columbia $65,649, California $65,400, Massachusetts $64,528. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laboratory Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Laboratory Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Laboratory Manager: $119,632; Expert Laboratory Assistant: $108,700; Laboratory Assistant IV: $108,657; Senior Laboratory Assistant: $87,710; Laboratory Assistant III: $87,701.

Laboratory Assistant Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Laboratory Assistant make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laboratory Assistant in District of Columbia is $65,649 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,279
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,101 to $72,260
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,140

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Laboratory Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,260	$6,022	$1,390	$35
Average	$65,649	$5,471	$1,262	$32
25th Percentile	$59,101	$4,925	$1,137	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Laboratory Assistant Salaries

A Laboratory Assistant'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 Laboratory Assistant 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 Laboratory Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,649.
California: $65,400.
Massachusetts: $64,528.

District of Columbia $65,649 California $65,400 Massachusetts $64,528 Washington $64,291 New Jersey $64,268 Alaska $64,185 Connecticut $63,366 New York $63,034

Hawaii $61,973 Rhode Island $61,475 Maryland $61,137 Minnesota $60,674 Colorado $60,497 Illinois $60,437 Oregon $60,212 Delaware $60,046

New Hampshire $59,942 Virginia $59,708 Pennsylvania $59,026 Nevada $58,682 North Dakota $58,570 Michigan $58,392 Wisconsin $58,326 Vermont $58,196

Texas $57,834 Maine $57,811 Arizona $57,775 Ohio $57,733 Georgia $57,188 Indiana $56,915 Wyoming $56,862 Utah $56,779

Iowa $56,743 Kansas $56,459 Louisiana $56,376 North Carolina $56,346 Missouri $56,334 Florida $56,103 Montana $55,978 Nebraska $55,860

Kentucky $55,795 South Carolina $55,557 Tennessee $55,409 Idaho $55,350 New Mexico $54,917 Oklahoma $54,822 Alabama $54,472 South Dakota $53,885

Arkansas $53,565 West Virginia $53,393 Mississippi $52,877

Top Paying Cities for Laboratory Assistants

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: $65,649
Washington: $65,649
Naval Anacost Annex: $65,649

Parcel Return Service, DC $65,649 Washington, DC $65,649 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $65,649 Washington Navy Yard, DC $65,649

Laboratory Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Laboratory Assistant'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 March 01, 2026

$59,101

Average $65,649/year

$72,260

$4,925

Average $5,471/month

$6,022

$1,137

Average $1,262/week

$1,390

$28

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,260	$6,022	$1,390	$35
Average	$65,649	$5,471	$1,262	$32
25th Percentile	$59,101	$4,925	$1,137	$28

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