Medical Lab Technician Salary in Washington, DC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$68,337
Hourly Rate
$32.85
/hour
Jobs in Area
440
employed
Medical Lab Technician Salary Range in Washington, DC
Annual Salary Range
$44k
10th percentile
$54k
25th
$83k
75th
$100k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $44,303 | $21.30 |
| 25th Percentile | $54,366 | $26.14 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $68,337 | $32.85 |
| 75th Percentile | $83,221 | $40.01 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $100,101 | $48.13 |
| Average (Mean) | $75,170 | $36.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Medical Lab Technician salary in Washington, DC is $68,337 per year or $32.85 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Washington, DC Compares
vs National Average
$60,780
vs District of Columbia Average
$60,805
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$48,777
Cost of living in Washington, DC is 40.1% above the national average.
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