Hospital Laboratory Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Hospital Laboratory Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hospital Laboratory Manager in the United States is $123,372 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

However, a Hospital Laboratory Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,026
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,297 to $135,230
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,393
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Hospital Laboratory Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $135,230 $11,269 $2,601 $65
Average $123,372 $10,281 $2,373 $59
25th Percentile $110,297 $9,191 $2,121 $53
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Key Factors That Influence Hospital Laboratory Manager Salaries

A Hospital Laboratory Manager'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 Hospital Laboratory Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hospital Laboratory Manager'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): $85,124
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $100,451
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,501
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,685
  • Expert (over 8 years): $174,236
Levels Salary
Laborator... Level Hospital Laboratory Manager$85,124
Laborator... Level Hospital Laboratory Manager$100,451
Hospital ... Level Hospital Laboratory Manager$122,501
Laborator... Level Hospital Laboratory Manager$148,685
Laborator... Level Hospital Laboratory Manager$174,236
$85,124 0 yr
$100,451 < 2 yrs
$122,501 2-4 yrs
$148,685 5-8 yrs
$174,236 > 8 yrs
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How Do Hospital Laboratory Manager 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 Hospital Laboratory Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $136,597.
  • California: $136,079.
  • Massachusetts: $134,266.

Top Paying Cities for Hospital Laboratory Managers

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: $155,609
  • San Francisco: $153,905
  • Oakland: $150,662

What Skills Can Increase a Hospital Laboratory Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.98% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Calibration (Mentioned in 2.56% Job Postings): In measurement technology and metrology, calibration is the comparison of measurement values delivered by a device under test with those of a calibration standard of known accuracy. Such a standard could be another measurement device of known accuracy, a device generating the quantity to be measured such as a voltage, a sound tone, or a physical artefact, such as a metre ruler. The outcome of the comparison can result in one of the following: no significant error being noted on the device under test a significant error being noted but no adjustment made an adjustment made to correct the error to an acceptable levelStrictly speaking, the term "calibration" means just the act of comparison, and does not include any subsequent adjustment. The calibration standard is normally traceable to a national standard held by a national metrological body.
  • Regulatory Compliance (Mentioned in 1.77% Job Postings): Monitoring strict adherence of all organizational processes and procedures to applicable laws and regulations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 6.98%
Calibration 2.56%
Regulatory Compliance 1.77%
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 Hospital Laboratory Manager's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Quality Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Pathology: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$129,541
5%
Quality Management
$128,307
4%
Pathology
$128,307
4%
Collaboration
$128,307
4%
Accountability
$128,307
4%
Presentation
$128,307
4%
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Hospital Laboratory Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Hospital Laboratory Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 51% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Hospital Laboratory Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Hospital Laboratory Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Hospital Laboratory Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$148,046$71.020%
Energy & Utilities$141,878$68.015%
Media$138,177$66.012%
Telecom$136,943$66.011%
Aerospace & Defense$135,709$65.010%

How Education impacts a Hospital Laboratory Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Hospital Laboratory Managers 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 Hospital Laboratory Manager with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $112,287 and $120,615).

Hospital Laboratory Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Hospital Laboratory Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 3.8%
Associates 6.9%
Bachelors 53.1%
Masters 30.2%
Doctorate 5.7%
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Hospital Laboratory Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hospital Laboratory Manager'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

Salary Trends for Hospital Laboratory Manager

Salaries for a Hospital Laboratory Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $106,596 in 2023 to around $106,609 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Hospital Laboratory Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Hospital Laboratory Manager Over Time

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$107,501
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  • Mississippi Baptist Health Systems

    Columbus, OH

    Mississippi Baptist Health Systems | Columbus, OH

    Job Posting. Utilizes laboratory skills to perform and report results of clearly defined laboratory procedures assuring optimal patient outcomes. Responsib... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Columbus Arthritis Center

    Columbus, OH

    Columbus Arthritis Center | Columbus, OH

    Medical Laboratory Technologist. Columbus Arthritis Center is one of the largest Rheumatology practices in Ohio. Our mission is to provide exceptional and ... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Mettler-Toledo International, Inc

    Columbus, OH

    Mettler-Toledo International, Inc | Columbus, OH

    Mettler Toledo is looking for a Lab Territory Sales Representative based in Columbus, Ohio for the Labtec team. This role involves selling products, softwa... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Carenest Health

    Columbus, OH

    Carenest Health | Columbus, OH

    Medical Laboratory Technologist. MLT or MLS 13 weeks Shift: Monday through Thursday. Four, 10 hour shifts: 2030-0700 At least 1 year experience required EM... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Nationwide Childrens Hospital

    Columbus, OH

    Nationwide Childrens Hospital | Columbus, OH

    Clinical Medical Lab Assistant. We are seeking a Clinical Medical Lab Assistant to support the work performed in the Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM) l... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Accelerated Moving &amp; Storage, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    Accelerated Moving &amp; Storage, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. This position can be seasonal for the summer or can be a full-time position after successful probationary period. Basic F... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Hospital Laboratory Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Hospital Laboratory Manager?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Hospital Laboratory Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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