Lab Technical Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Lab Technical Supervisor make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Technical Supervisor in the United States is $82,934 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,127
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,110 to $91,410
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,986
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Lab Technical Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $91,410 $7,618 $1,758 $44
Average $82,934 $6,911 $1,595 $40
25th Percentile $75,110 $6,259 $1,444 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Lab Technical Supervisor Salaries

A Lab Technical Supervisor'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 Lab Technical Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lab Technical Supervisor'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): $81,630
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $82,934
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,803
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,487
  • Expert (over 8 years): $86,897
Levels Salary
Entry Level Lab Technical Supervisor$81,630
Intermediate Level Lab Technical Supervisor$82,934
Senior Level Lab Technical Supervisor$85,803
Specialist Level Lab Technical Supervisor$86,487
Expert Level Lab Technical Supervisor$86,897
$81,630 0 yr
$82,934 < 2 yrs
$85,803 2-4 yrs
$86,487 5-8 yrs
$86,897 > 8 yrs
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How Do Lab Technical Supervisor 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 Technical Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $91,825.
  • California: $91,477.
  • Massachusetts: $90,257.

Top Paying Cities for Lab Technical Supervisors

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: $104,605
  • San Francisco: $103,577
  • Oakland: $101,279

What Skills Can Increase a Lab Technical Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.2% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Clinical Services (Mentioned in 3% Job Postings): The direct and/or indirect provision of medical and healthcare services at the Facility to or for the benefit of persons requesting or requiring such services;
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (Mentioned in 1.69% Job Postings): Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding behavior. ABA refers to a set of principles that focus on how behaviors change, or are affected by the environment, as well as how learning takes place.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.2%
Clinical Services 3%
Applied Behavior Analysis 1.69%
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 Lab Technical Supervisor's salary.
  • Service Delivery: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • CPR: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Clinical Services: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Service Delivery
$102,009
23%
CPR
$98,692
19%
Clinical Services
$92,886
12%
Pediatric
$92,057
11%
Psychiatric
$87,910
6%
Home Care
$87,910
6%
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How Education impacts a Lab Technical Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Lab Technical Supervisors 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 Lab Technical Supervisor with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $78,630 and $85,524).

Lab Technical Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Lab Technical Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 12.0%
Associates 12.0%
Bachelors 54.2%
Masters 20.5%
Doctorate 0.6%
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Lab Technical Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lab Technical Supervisor'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

Salary Trends for Lab Technical Supervisor

Salaries for a Lab Technical Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $69,255 in 2023 to around $67,632 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Lab Technical Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Lab Technical Supervisor Over Time

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2024
$68,429
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