Healthcare Fort Smith, AR Pop. 89,142

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Fort Smith, Arkansas

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Fort Smith, AR is $45,084 per year, which is 22% below the national median and 4.9% below the Arkansas state average.

City Median

$45,084

vs State Avg

$-2,312

vs National

$-12,716

Cost of Living

80%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Fort Smith by Experience

In Fort Smith, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $31,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $63,960 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,200

$-8,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$45,240

$-12,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$63,960

$-18,040 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Fort Smith, AR

Percentile	Fort Smith	AR State	National
10th Percentile	$29,640	$31,160	$38,000
25th Percentile	$35,880	$37,720	$46,000
Median (50th)	$45,084	$47,396	$57,800
75th Percentile	$56,160	$59,040	$72,000
90th Percentile	$66,300	$69,700	$85,000

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How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Fort Smith

Education

Most medical laboratory technician positions require a associate's degree. Fort Smith and the surrounding Arkansas 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 Fort Smith may vary based on local industry and population growth.