Cytology Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Cytology Supervisor make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cytology Supervisor in the United States is $103,030 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,532
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,898 to $113,238
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,583
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Cytology Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $113,238 $9,437 $2,178 $54
Average $103,030 $8,586 $1,981 $50
25th Percentile $93,898 $7,825 $1,806 $45
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Key Factors That Influence Cytology Supervisor Salaries

A Cytology 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Cytology Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cytology 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): $99,257
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $99,944
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,030
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,033
  • Expert (over 8 years): $106,783
Levels Salary
Entry Level Cytology Supervisor$99,257
Intermediate Level Cytology Supervisor$99,944
Senior Level Cytology Supervisor$103,030
Specialist Level Cytology Supervisor$106,033
Expert Level Cytology Supervisor$106,783
$99,257 0 yr
$99,944 < 2 yrs
$103,030 2-4 yrs
$106,033 5-8 yrs
$106,783 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Cytology 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: $129,952
  • San Francisco: $128,529
  • Oakland: $125,820

What Skills Can Increase a Cytology Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.9% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Application Design (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): App design combines the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX). While UI lends itself to the overall style of the app, UX focuses on the actual functionality and usability.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.9%
Application Design 1.72%
ERP 1.72%
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 Cytology Supervisor's salary.
  • PL/SQL: Can increase your salary by up to 28%.
  • Building Rapport: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Interpersonal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
PL/SQL
$131,878
28%
Building Rapport
$114,363
11%
Interpersonal Communication
$113,333
10%
ERP
$112,303
9%
Functional Requirements
$111,272
8%
Organizational Skills
$110,242
7%
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Cytology Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cytology Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Cytology Supervisor positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Cytology Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cytology Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$123,636$59.020%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$108,182$52.05%

Cytology Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cytology 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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Cytology Supervisor

Salaries for a Cytology Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $77,482 in 2023 to around $75,538 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Cytology Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Cytology Supervisor Over Time

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$76,848
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2024 $76,848
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