Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Salary in Puerto Rico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Puerto Rico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,980 -45.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.34
10th percentile $21,830
90th percentile $45,380
Employed locally 100
National median $61,890

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,830
    25th
    $29,270
    50th (median)
    $33,980
    75th
    $36,780
    90th
    $45,380

    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 Puerto Rico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$35,610
    Pharmacy Technicians$23,490
    Pharmacists$102,920
    Family Medicine Physicians$104,000
    Emergency Medical Technicians$20,240
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$25,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians make per hour in Puerto Rico?

    The median hourly wage for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians in Puerto Rico is $16.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.99 or more per hour.

    Is Puerto Rico above or below average for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salary in Puerto Rico is 45.1% 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 Puerto Rico?

    Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $21,830 per year in Puerto Rico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,270.