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

A Lab Specimen Processor's salary grows with experience: a Phlebotomist (0-0 years)earns $41,619, a Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years)earns $42,763, a Lab Specimen Processor (1-3 years)earns $47,837, a Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years)earns $55,753,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Specimen Processor?

Lab Specimen Processor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Specimen Processor roles are District of Columbia $50,684, California $50,492, Massachusetts $49,819. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Specimen Processor roles make?

Salaries for Lab Specimen Processor level roles vary by specialization: Specimen Processing Specialist: $75,125; Lab Processor: $68,790; Specimen Accessioner: $53,028; Specimen Prep Tech: $49,594; Laboratory Specimen Processor: $47,807.

Lab Specimen Processor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lab Specimen Processor make in Rhode Island?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Specimen Processor in Rhode Island is $47,462 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,992
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,061 to $52,974
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,144

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Lab Specimen Processor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,974	$4,414	$1,019	$25
Average	$47,462	$3,955	$913	$23
25th Percentile	$42,061	$3,505	$809	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Specimen Processor Salaries

A Lab Specimen Processor'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 Specimen Processor 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 Specimen Processors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,684.
California: $50,492.
Massachusetts: $49,819.

District of Columbia $50,684 California $50,492 Massachusetts $49,819 Washington $49,636 New Jersey $49,618 Alaska $49,554 Connecticut $48,922 New York $48,666

Hawaii $47,846 Rhode Island $47,462 Maryland $47,201 Minnesota $46,844 Colorado $46,706 Illinois $46,661 Oregon $46,487 Delaware $46,358

New Hampshire $46,278 Virginia $46,098 Pennsylvania $45,571 Nevada $45,306 North Dakota $45,219 Michigan $45,081 Wisconsin $45,031 Vermont $44,930

Texas $44,651 Maine $44,633 Arizona $44,605 Ohio $44,573 Georgia $44,152 Indiana $43,941 Wyoming $43,900 Utah $43,836

Iowa $43,809 Kansas $43,589 Louisiana $43,525 North Carolina $43,502 Missouri $43,493 Florida $43,314 Montana $43,218 Nebraska $43,127

Kentucky $43,076 South Carolina $42,893 Tennessee $42,779 Idaho $42,733 New Mexico $42,399 Oklahoma $42,326 Alabama $42,055 South Dakota $41,602

Arkansas $41,355 West Virginia $41,222 Mississippi $40,824

Top Paying Cities for Lab Specimen Processors

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:

Adamsville: $48,240
Albion: $47,439
Ashaway: $48,423

Adamsville, RI $48,240 Albion, RI $47,439 Ashaway, RI $48,423 Barrington, RI $47,439 Block Island, RI $48,171 Bradford, RI $48,391 Bristol, RI $47,393 Carolina, RI $47,997

Charlestown, RI $48,048 Chepachet, RI $47,347 Clayville, RI $47,393 Coventry, RI $47,347 West Greenwich, RI $47,315 East Greenwich, RI $47,379 Exeter, RI $48,391 Fiskeville, RI $47,439

Forestdale, RI $47,393 Foster, RI $47,315 Glendale, RI $47,315 Greene, RI $47,846 Greenville, RI $47,439 Harmony, RI $47,425 Harrisville, RI $47,347 Hope, RI $47,439

Hope Valley, RI $48,423 Hopkinton, RI $48,437 Jamestown, RI $47,952 Kenyon, RI $48,377 Little Compton, RI $48,222 Manville, RI $47,439 Mapleville, RI $47,315 Newport, RI $47,961

Middletown, RI $48,162 North Kingstown, RI $47,301 North Scituate, RI $47,425 Oakland, RI $47,361 Pascoag, RI $47,334 Pawtucket, RI $47,439 Central Falls, RI $47,439 Cumberland, RI $47,439

Lincoln, RI $47,439 Portsmouth, RI $47,768 Prudence Island, RI $47,347 Rockville, RI $48,437 Saunderstown, RI $47,979 Shannock, RI $48,364 Slatersville, RI $47,393 Slocum, RI $47,979

Tiverton, RI $48,254 Wakefield, RI $47,929 Kingston, RI $47,938 Narragansett, RI $47,947 Peace Dale, RI $47,929 Warren, RI $47,425 Warwick, RI $47,439 Westerly, RI $48,450

West Kingston, RI $47,965 West Warwick, RI $47,439 Wood River Junction, RI $48,391 Woonsocket, RI $47,393 North Smithfield, RI $47,425 Wyoming, RI $48,377 Providence, RI $47,439 Cranston, RI $47,439

North Providence, RI $47,439 East Providence, RI $47,439 Riverside, RI $47,439 Rumford, RI $47,439 Smithfield, RI $47,439 Johnston, RI $47,439

Lab Specimen Processor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lab Specimen Processor'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 February 01, 2026

$42,061

Average $47,462/year

$52,974

$3,505

Average $3,955/month

$4,414

$809

Average $913/week

$1,019

$20

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,974	$4,414	$1,019	$25
Average	$47,462	$3,955	$913	$23
25th Percentile	$42,061	$3,505	$809	$20

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