What are the main factors that influence a Pulmonary Function Technician'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 Pulmonary Function Technician?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Pulmonary Function Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pulmonary Function Technician's salary?

A Pulmonary Function Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $155,324 for beginners, reaching about $160,003 at mid-level, and approach $164,296 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pulmonary Function Technician?

Pulmonary Function Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pulmonary Function Technician roles are District of Columbia $173,166, California $172,509, Massachusetts $170,210. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pulmonary Function Technician roles make?

Salaries for Pulmonary Function Technician level roles vary by specialization: Pulmonary-Critical Care: $322,726; Physician - Pulmonary Medicine: $302,481; Cardio-Pulmonary Perfusionist: $158,798; Function Space Manager: $132,481; Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner: $101,758.

Pulmonary Function Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pulmonary Function Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pulmonary Function Technician in Delaware is $158,386 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,967
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,418 to $167,589
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $133,610

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Pulmonary Function Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,589	$13,966	$3,223	$81
Average	$158,386	$13,199	$3,046	$76
25th Percentile	$145,418	$12,118	$2,796	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Pulmonary Function Technician Salaries

A Pulmonary Function Technician'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 Experience Level Affects Pulmonary Function Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pulmonary Function Technician'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): $155,324
Early Career (1-2 years): $155,685
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $160,003
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $164,010
Expert (over 8 years): $164,296

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pulmonary Function Technician	$155,324
Intermediate Level Pulmonary Function Technician	$155,685
Senior Level Pulmonary Function Technician	$160,003
Specialist Level Pulmonary Function Technician	$164,010
Expert Level Pulmonary Function Technician	$164,296

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How Do Pulmonary Function Technician 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 Pulmonary Function Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $173,166.
California: $172,509.
Massachusetts: $170,210.

District of Columbia $173,166 California $172,509 Massachusetts $170,210 Washington $169,585 New Jersey $169,522 Alaska $169,303 Connecticut $167,145 New York $166,269

Hawaii $163,469 Rhode Island $162,156 Maryland $161,264 Minnesota $160,044 Colorado $159,575 Illinois $159,419 Oregon $158,824 Delaware $158,386

New Hampshire $158,111 Virginia $157,495 Pennsylvania $155,696 Nevada $154,789 North Dakota $154,492 Michigan $154,023 Wisconsin $153,851 Vermont $153,507

Texas $152,553 Maine $152,490 Arizona $152,396 Ohio $152,287 Georgia $150,848 Indiana $150,128 Wyoming $149,988 Utah $149,769

Iowa $149,675 Kansas $148,924 Louisiana $148,705 North Carolina $148,627 Missouri $148,596 Florida $147,986 Montana $147,657 Nebraska $147,344

Kentucky $147,172 South Carolina $146,547 Tennessee $146,156 Idaho $145,999 New Mexico $144,858 Oklahoma $144,607 Alabama $143,685 South Dakota $142,136

Arkansas $141,292 West Virginia $140,838 Mississippi $139,478

Top Paying Cities for Pulmonary Function Technicians

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: $157,673
Little Creek: $158,827
Magnolia: $158,599

Lincoln, DE $157,673 Little Creek, DE $158,827 Magnolia, DE $158,599 Milford, DE $158,073 Marydel, DE $158,333 Millsboro, DE $157,012 Millville, DE $157,254 Milton, DE $157,526

Nassau, DE $157,640 Ocean View, DE $157,227 Rehoboth Beach, DE $157,529 Seaford, DE $157,618 Selbyville, DE $156,966 Smyrna, DE $158,937 Viola, DE $158,205 Woodside, DE $158,630

Bear, DE $158,264 Newark, DE $158,205 Claymont, DE $158,529 Delaware City, DE $158,363 Hockessin, DE $158,191 Kirkwood, DE $158,333 Middletown, DE $158,394 Montchanin, DE $158,227

New Castle, DE $158,250 Odessa, DE $158,472 Port Penn, DE $158,579 Rockland, DE $158,242 Saint Georges, DE $158,344 Townsend, DE $158,588 Winterthur, DE $158,261 Lewes, DE $157,587

Wilmington, DE $158,199 Dover, DE $158,827 Dover Afb, DE $157,991 Bethany Beach, DE $157,062 Bethel, DE $157,224 Bridgeville, DE $157,595 Camden Wyoming, DE $158,380 Cheswold, DE $158,776

Clayton, DE $158,780 Dagsboro, DE $156,952 Delmar, DE $156,700 Ellendale, DE $157,176 Felton, DE $158,061 Fenwick Island, DE $156,987 Frankford, DE $156,713 Frederica, DE $158,217

Georgetown, DE $156,893 Greenwood, DE $157,620 Harbeson, DE $157,060 Harrington, DE $157,861 Hartly, DE $158,352 Houston, DE $157,636 Kenton, DE $158,788 Laurel, DE $156,799

Yorklyn, DE $158,238

Pulmonary Function Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pulmonary Function Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Pulmonary Function Technician positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Pulmonary Function Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Pulmonary Function Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$190,064	$91.0	20%

Pulmonary Function Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pulmonary Function Technician'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.

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$145,418

Average $158,386/year

$167,589

$12,118

Average $13,199/month

$13,966

$2,796

Average $3,046/week

$3,223

$70

Average $76/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$167,589	$13,966	$3,223	$81
Average	$158,386	$13,199	$3,046	$76
25th Percentile	$145,418	$12,118	$2,796	$70

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