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

A Lab Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $63,070, a Lab Assistant (2-4 years)earns $76,241, a Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $95,540, a Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $118,374,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Assistant?

Lab Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Assistant roles are District of Columbia $75,444, California $75,158, Massachusetts $74,156. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Lab Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Lab Director: $147,584; Cath Lab Assistant: $86,213; Pathology Lab Assistant: $74,178; Histology Lab Assistant: $70,751; Cytology Lab Assistant: $70,399.

Lab Assistant Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Assistant in District of Columbia is $75,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,654
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,966 to $81,835
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,515

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Lab Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,835	$6,820	$1,574	$39
Average	$75,444	$6,287	$1,451	$36
25th Percentile	$63,966	$5,330	$1,230	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Assistant Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $75,444.
California: $75,158.
Massachusetts: $74,156.

District of Columbia $75,444 California $75,158 Massachusetts $74,156 Washington $73,884 New Jersey $73,857 Alaska $73,761 Connecticut $72,821 New York $72,439

Hawaii $71,220 Rhode Island $70,647 Maryland $70,259 Minnesota $69,727 Colorado $69,523 Illinois $69,455 Oregon $69,196 Delaware $69,005

New Hampshire $68,885 Virginia $68,617 Pennsylvania $67,833 Nevada $67,438 North Dakota $67,308 Michigan $67,104 Wisconsin $67,029 Vermont $66,879

Texas $66,463 Maine $66,436 Arizona $66,395 Ohio $66,348 Georgia $65,721 Indiana $65,407 Wyoming $65,346 Utah $65,251

Iowa $65,210 Kansas $64,883 Louisiana $64,787 North Carolina $64,753 Missouri $64,740 Florida $64,474 Montana $64,331 Nebraska $64,194

Kentucky $64,119 South Carolina $63,847 Tennessee $63,677 Idaho $63,608 New Mexico $63,111 Oklahoma $63,002 Alabama $62,600 South Dakota $61,925

Arkansas $61,557 West Virginia $61,360 Mississippi $60,767

Top Paying Cities for Lab 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: $75,035
Washington: $75,035
Naval Anacost Annex: $75,032

Parcel Return Service, DC $75,035 Washington, DC $75,035 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $75,032 Washington Navy Yard, DC $75,035

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

Understanding how a Lab 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 June 01, 2026

$63,966

Average $75,444/year

$81,835

$5,330

Average $6,287/month

$6,820

$1,230

Average $1,451/week

$1,574

$31

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,835	$6,820	$1,574	$39
Average	$75,444	$6,287	$1,451	$36
25th Percentile	$63,966	$5,330	$1,230	$31

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