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Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Tucson, Arizona

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Tucson, AZ is $53,754 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 4.1% below the Arizona state average.

City Median
$53,754
vs State Avg
$-2,312
vs National
$-4,046
Cost of Living
93%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Tucson by Experience

In Tucson, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $37,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $76,260 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,200
$-2,800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,940
$-4,060 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$76,260
$-5,740 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tucson, AZ

Percentile Tucson
10th Percentile $35,340
25th Percentile $42,780
Median (50th) $53,754
75th Percentile $66,960
90th Percentile $79,050

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Other Arizona Cities

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Tucson

Education

Most medical laboratory technician positions require a associate's degree. Tucson and the surrounding Arizona area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lab TechniquesHematologyMicrobiologyQuality ControlEquipment OperationData Entry

Job Outlook

Nationally, medical laboratory technician employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Tucson may vary based on local industry and population growth.