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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Lab Technician Assistant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Lab Technician Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lab Technician Assistant's salary?

A Lab Technician Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Assistant I (0-2 years)earns $58,976, a Lab Technician Assistant (2-4 years)earns $71,300, a Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $89,353, a Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $110,713,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Technician Assistant?

Lab Technician Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Technician Assistant roles are District of Columbia $77,139, California $76,846, Massachusetts $75,822. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Technician Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Lab Technician Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Microbiologist Lab Technician: $87,892; Microbiology Lab Technician: $73,621; Cardiac Catheterization Lab Technician: $69,820; Lab Assistant: $68,159; Sleep Lab Technician: $65,820.

Lab Technician Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lab Technician Assistant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Technician Assistant in Delaware is $70,555 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,999
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,821 to $76,545
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,049

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Lab Technician Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,545	$6,379	$1,472	$37
Average	$70,555	$5,880	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$59,821	$4,985	$1,150	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Technician Assistant Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $77,139.
California: $76,846.
Massachusetts: $75,822.

District of Columbia $77,139 California $76,846 Massachusetts $75,822 Washington $75,543 New Jersey $75,516 Alaska $75,418 Connecticut $74,457 New York $74,066

Hawaii $72,819 Rhode Island $72,234 Maryland $71,837 Minnesota $71,294 Colorado $71,085 Illinois $71,015 Oregon $70,750 Delaware $70,555

New Hampshire $70,432 Virginia $70,158 Pennsylvania $69,357 Nevada $68,953 North Dakota $68,820 Michigan $68,611 Wisconsin $68,535 Vermont $68,381

Texas $67,956 Maine $67,928 Arizona $67,887 Ohio $67,838 Georgia $67,197 Indiana $66,876 Wyoming $66,814 Utah $66,716

Iowa $66,674 Kansas $66,340 Louisiana $66,242 North Carolina $66,208 Missouri $66,194 Florida $65,922 Montana $65,776 Nebraska $65,636

Kentucky $65,560 South Carolina $65,281 Tennessee $65,107 Idaho $65,037 New Mexico $64,529 Oklahoma $64,417 Alabama $64,006 South Dakota $63,316

Arkansas $62,940 West Virginia $62,738 Mississippi $62,132

Top Paying Cities for Lab Technician 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:

Lincoln: $70,237
Little Creek: $70,751
Magnolia: $70,650

Lincoln, DE $70,237 Little Creek, DE $70,751 Magnolia, DE $70,650 Milford, DE $70,416 Marydel, DE $70,531 Millsboro, DE $69,943 Millville, DE $70,051 Milton, DE $70,172

Nassau, DE $70,223 Ocean View, DE $70,039 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,173 Seaford, DE $70,213 Selbyville, DE $69,922 Smyrna, DE $70,800 Viola, DE $70,474 Woodside, DE $70,664

Bear, DE $70,501 Newark, DE $70,474 Claymont, DE $70,618 Delaware City, DE $70,545 Hockessin, DE $70,468 Kirkwood, DE $70,531 Middletown, DE $70,558 Montchanin, DE $70,484

New Castle, DE $70,494 Odessa, DE $70,593 Port Penn, DE $70,641 Rockland, DE $70,491 Saint Georges, DE $70,536 Townsend, DE $70,645 Winterthur, DE $70,499 Lewes, DE $70,199

Wilmington, DE $70,471 Dover, DE $70,751 Dover Afb, DE $70,379 Bethany Beach, DE $69,965 Bethel, DE $70,037 Bridgeville, DE $70,202 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,552 Cheswold, DE $70,728

Clayton, DE $70,731 Dagsboro, DE $69,916 Delmar, DE $69,804 Ellendale, DE $70,016 Felton, DE $70,410 Fenwick Island, DE $69,931 Frankford, DE $69,810 Frederica, DE $70,480

Georgetown, DE $69,890 Greenwood, DE $70,214 Harbeson, DE $69,964 Harrington, DE $70,321 Hartly, DE $70,540 Houston, DE $70,221 Kenton, DE $70,734 Laurel, DE $69,848

Yorklyn, DE $70,489

Lab Technician Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lab Technician Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 53% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Lab Technician Assistant positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lab Technician Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lab Technician Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$88,194	$42.0	25%
Biotechnology	$84,666	$41.0	20%
Business Services	$81,138	$39.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$77,611	$37.0	10%
Chemicals	$77,611	$37.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Lab Technician 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 August 01, 2026

$59,821

Average $70,555/year

$76,545

$4,985

Average $5,880/month

$6,379

$1,150

Average $1,357/week

$1,472

$29

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,545	$6,379	$1,472	$37
Average	$70,555	$5,880	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$59,821	$4,985	$1,150	$29

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