Mgr Laboratory Salary in the United States

How much does a Mgr Laboratory make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mgr Laboratory in the United States is $120,661 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,818
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,874 to $132,259
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,232
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Mgr Laboratory Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $132,259 $11,022 $2,543 $64
Average $120,661 $10,055 $2,320 $58
25th Percentile $107,874 $8,990 $2,075 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Mgr Laboratory Salaries

A Mgr Laboratory'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Mgr Laboratory Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mgr Laboratory'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): $83,254
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $98,244
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,809
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,418
  • Expert (over 8 years): $170,407
Levels Salary
Laborator... Level Mgr Laboratory$83,254
Laborator... Level Mgr Laboratory$98,244
Mgr Labor... Level Mgr Laboratory$119,809
Laborator... Level Mgr Laboratory$145,418
Laborator... Level Mgr Laboratory$170,407
$83,254 0 yr
$98,244 < 2 yrs
$119,809 2-4 yrs
$145,418 5-8 yrs
$170,407 > 8 yrs
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How Do Mgr Laboratory 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 Mgr Laboratories. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $133,596.
  • California: $133,089.
  • Massachusetts: $131,315.

Top Paying Cities for Mgr Laboratories

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:

  • San Jose: $152,190
  • San Francisco: $150,523
  • Oakland: $147,351

What Skills Can Increase a Mgr Laboratory's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.98% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Calibration (Mentioned in 2.56% Job Postings): In measurement technology and metrology, calibration is the comparison of measurement values delivered by a device under test with those of a calibration standard of known accuracy. Such a standard could be another measurement device of known accuracy, a device generating the quantity to be measured such as a voltage, a sound tone, or a physical artefact, such as a metre ruler. The outcome of the comparison can result in one of the following: no significant error being noted on the device under test a significant error being noted but no adjustment made an adjustment made to correct the error to an acceptable levelStrictly speaking, the term "calibration" means just the act of comparison, and does not include any subsequent adjustment. The calibration standard is normally traceable to a national standard held by a national metrological body.
  • Regulatory Compliance (Mentioned in 1.77% Job Postings): Monitoring strict adherence of all organizational processes and procedures to applicable laws and regulations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 6.98%
Calibration 2.56%
Regulatory Compliance 1.77%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Mgr Laboratory's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Quality Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Pathology: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$126,694
5%
Quality Management
$125,487
4%
Pathology
$125,487
4%
Collaboration
$125,487
4%
Accountability
$125,487
4%
Presentation
$125,487
4%
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Mgr Laboratory Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mgr Laboratory roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 51% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Mgr Laboratory positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mgr Laboratory as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mgr Laboratory

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$144,793$70.020%
Energy & Utilities$138,760$67.015%
Media$135,140$65.012%
Telecom$133,934$64.011%
Aerospace & Defense$132,727$64.010%

How Education impacts a Mgr Laboratory's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Mgr Laboratories enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Mgr Laboratory with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $112,287 and $120,615).

Mgr Laboratory Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Mgr Laboratory
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 3.8%
Associates 6.9%
Bachelors 53.1%
Masters 30.2%
Doctorate 5.7%
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Mgr Laboratory Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mgr Laboratory'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

Salary Trends for Mgr Laboratory

Salaries for a Mgr Laboratory can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $104,254 in 2023 to around $104,267 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Mgr Laboratory salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Mgr Laboratory Over Time

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$104,254
2024
$105,139
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FAQ about Mgr Laboratory

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Mgr Laboratory?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Mgr Laboratory roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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