Healthcare Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Arkansas

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Arkansas is $47,396 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $57,800.

Median Salary

$47,396

vs National

$-10,404

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $32,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $67,240 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$32,800

$-7,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$47,560

$-10,440 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$67,240

$-14,760 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,160	$38,000	$-6,840
25th Percentile	$37,720	$46,000	$-8,280
Median (50th)	$47,396	$57,800	$-10,404
75th Percentile	$59,040	$72,000	$-12,960
90th Percentile	$69,700	$85,000	$-15,300

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for medical laboratory technicians in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$49,130

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$45,084

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$49,708

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$47,396

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$46,240

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Lab TechniquesHematologyMicrobiologyQuality ControlEquipment OperationData Entry

Job Outlook in Arkansas

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