Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,400 +17% vs national
Median hourly $34.81
10th percentile $43,280
90th percentile $107,350
Employed locally 220
National median $61,890

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,280
    25th
    $50,500
    50th (median)
    $72,400
    75th
    $96,610
    90th
    $107,350

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $103,400
    Pharmacy Technicians $49,200
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $79,820
    Paramedics $85,590
    Physicians, All Other $315,660
    Pharmacists $155,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians in Western Washington is $34.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.55 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salaries?

    The median Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians salary in Western Washington is 17% above 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $43,280 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,500.