Healthcare Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Delaware

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Delaware is $59,534 per year, which is 3.0% above the national median of $57,800.

Median Salary
$59,534
vs National
+$1,734
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $41,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $84,460 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,200
+$1,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$59,740
+$1,740 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$84,460
+$2,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $39,140
25th Percentile $47,380
Median (50th) $59,534
75th Percentile $74,160
90th Percentile $87,550

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for medical laboratory technicians in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$61,846
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$56,644
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$60,112
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$57,800
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$58,378
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Delaware

Education

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

Key Skills

Lab TechniquesHematologyMicrobiologyQuality ControlEquipment OperationData Entry

Job Outlook in Delaware

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