Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,850 -24.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.52
10th percentile $31,900
90th percentile $72,500
Employed locally 140
National median $61,890

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,900
    25th
    $37,690
    50th (median)
    $46,850
    75th
    $62,450
    90th
    $72,500

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$78,190
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$51,310
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,370
    Pharmacists$127,040
    Nurse Practitioners$119,860
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians$61,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians in Southwest Louisiana is $22.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.16 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salary in Southwest Louisiana is 24.3% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,900 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,690.