Healthcare Alabama (AL) Rank #44 of 50

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Alabama

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Alabama is $50,286 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $57,800.

Median Salary

$50,286

vs National

$-7,514

State Rank

#44 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $34,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $71,340 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,800

$-5,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$50,460

$-7,540 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$71,340

$-10,660 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$33,060	$38,000	$-4,940
25th Percentile	$40,020	$46,000	$-5,980
Median (50th)	$50,286	$57,800	$-7,514
75th Percentile	$62,640	$72,000	$-9,360
90th Percentile	$73,950	$85,000	$-11,050

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for medical laboratory technicians in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$52,020

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$53,176

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$49,708

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$49,130

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$50,864

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Alabama

Education

Most medical laboratory technician positions require a associate's degree. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lab TechniquesHematologyMicrobiologyQuality ControlEquipment OperationData Entry

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, medical laboratory technician employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.