Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,370 -2.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.02
10th percentile $37,520
90th percentile $75,650
Employed locally 200
National median $61,890

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,520
    25th
    $46,860
    50th (median)
    $60,370
    75th
    $66,450
    90th
    $75,650

    Top-paying metros for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY $92,740
    Medford, OR $89,040
    Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan area $85,310
    Albany, OR $84,850
    New York $84,660
    Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area $84,170

    Related occupations in Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,470
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,520
    Medical Records Specialists $46,600
    Nurse Practitioners $129,200
    Pharmacists $133,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians in Northeast Iowa is $29.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.33 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salary in Northeast Iowa is 2.5% below the national median of $61,890. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians in Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,520 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,860.