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

A Lab Associate's salary grows with experience: a Lab Associate (0-2 years)earns $63,440, a Laboratory Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $76,667, a Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $96,053, a Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $119,007,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Associate?

Lab Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Associate roles are District of Columbia $62,921, California $62,683, Massachusetts $61,847. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Associate roles make?

Salaries for Lab Associate level roles vary by specialization: Cath Lab Nurse: $96,601; Lab Research Associate: $86,747; Cardiovascular Technologist (Catheterization Lab): $84,600; Quality Lab Associate: $70,873; Cardiac Cath Lab Technician: $70,100.

Lab Associate Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Associate in District of Columbia is $62,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,026
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,449 to $68,734
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,646

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Lab Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,734	$5,728	$1,322	$33
Average	$62,921	$5,243	$1,210	$30
25th Percentile	$55,449	$4,621	$1,066	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Associate Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $62,921.
California: $62,683.
Massachusetts: $61,847.

District of Columbia $62,921 California $62,683 Massachusetts $61,847 Washington $61,620 New Jersey $61,597 Alaska $61,518 Connecticut $60,733 New York $60,415

Hawaii $59,398 Rhode Island $58,921 Maryland $58,597 Minnesota $58,153 Colorado $57,983 Illinois $57,926 Oregon $57,710 Delaware $57,551

New Hampshire $57,451 Virginia $57,227 Pennsylvania $56,573 Nevada $56,244 North Dakota $56,136 Michigan $55,965 Wisconsin $55,903 Vermont $55,778

Texas $55,431 Maine $55,408 Arizona $55,374 Ohio $55,335 Georgia $54,812 Indiana $54,550 Wyoming $54,499 Utah $54,420

Iowa $54,386 Kansas $54,113 Louisiana $54,033 North Carolina $54,005 Missouri $53,993 Florida $53,772 Montana $53,652 Nebraska $53,539

Kentucky $53,476 South Carolina $53,249 Tennessee $53,107 Idaho $53,050 New Mexico $52,635 Oklahoma $52,544 Alabama $52,209 South Dakota $51,646

Arkansas $51,339 West Virginia $51,175 Mississippi $50,680

Top Paying Cities for Lab Associates

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: $62,921
Washington: $62,921
Naval Anacost Annex: $62,921

Parcel Return Service, DC $62,921 Washington, DC $62,921 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $62,921 Washington Navy Yard, DC $62,921

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

Understanding how a Lab Associate'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 January 01, 2026

$55,449

Average $62,921/year

$68,734

$4,621

Average $5,243/month

$5,728

$1,066

Average $1,210/week

$1,322

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,734	$5,728	$1,322	$33
Average	$62,921	$5,243	$1,210	$30
25th Percentile	$55,449	$4,621	$1,066	$27

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