How much does a clinical laboratory technologist and technician make in Salem?
$78,640a year
Median yearly pay for clinical laboratory technologist and technicians in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $37.81 an hour or $6,553 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.81
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among cities
- 31 of 358
- Jobs in the area
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,350Median: $78,640Highest 10%: $115,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,350 | $24.69 | |
| 25th | $58,320 | $28.04 | |
| Median | $78,640 | $37.81 | |
| 75th | $98,250 | $47.24 | |
| 90th | $115,500 | $55.53 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for clinical laboratory technologist and technicians.
| Bend, OR | $90,270 |
| Eugene, OR | $84,000 |
| Portland, OR | $83,010 |
| Medford, OR | $81,370 |
| Corvallis, OR | $81,230 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $374,000 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $295,200 |
| Pediatrician | $256,700 |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200 |
| Dentist | $212,300 |
| Pharmacist | $169,200 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $162,600 |
| Physician Assistant | $144,200 |
| Optometrist | $134,600 |
| Registered Nurse | $131,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clinical laboratory technologist and technician make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $37.81 ($78,640 a year).
Do clinical laboratory technologist and technicians make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $78,640 against $62,930 nationally, 25% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $83,010, so Salem pays 5% less.
Where does Salem rank for clinical laboratory technologist and technician pay?
31 of 358 metro areas with data.
How much does a clinical laboratory technologist and technician make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,350 or less a year; the top 10% make $115,500 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.