How much does a clinical laboratory technologist and technician make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for clinical laboratory technologist and technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $33.80 an hour or $5,858 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.80
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 53 of 358
- Jobs in the area
- 5,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,460 | $20.89 | |
| 25th | $49,920 | $24.00 | |
| Median | $70,300 | $33.80 | |
| 75th | $92,900 | $44.66 | |
| 90th | $104,300 | $50.14 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for clinical laboratory technologist and technicians.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a clinical laboratory technologist and technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $33.80 ($70,300 a year).
Do clinical laboratory technologist and technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $70,300 against $62,930 nationally, 12% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $76,560, so Washington pays 8% less.
Where does Washington rank for clinical laboratory technologist and technician pay?
53 of 358 metro areas with data.
How much does a clinical laboratory technologist and technician make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,460 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,300 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.