Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $60,860 -1.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.26
10th percentile $37,460
90th percentile $74,380
Employed locally 390
National median $61,890

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,460
    25th
    $44,770
    50th (median)
    $60,860
    75th
    $70,660
    90th
    $74,380

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$76,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,680
    Pharmacy Technicians$39,900
    Nurse Practitioners$123,910
    Physical Therapists$97,070
    Pharmacists$129,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians in Southeast Iowa is $29.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.74 or more per hour.

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

    The median Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salary in Southeast Iowa is 1.7% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,460 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,770.