How much does a Research Technician II make in Lake Charles, LA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Technician II in Lake Charles, LA is $58,754. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $53,532 to $65,536, with most professionals earning between $48,777 and $71,710.

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What is the average salary for Research Technician II in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Research Technician II in Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for Research Technician II ranges from $53,532 to $65,536 with the average base salary of $58,754. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,231 to $68,007 with the average total cash compensation of $60,307.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $58,754 $53,532 - $65,536
Bonus $1,552 $1,699 - $2,471
Total Pay $60,307 $55,231 - $68,007
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
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About Lake Charles, Louisiana    Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the....More

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