Healthcare Illinois (IL) Rank #23 of 50

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Illinois

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Illinois is $56,066 per year, which is 3% below the national median of $57,800.

Median Salary

$56,066

vs National

$-1,734

State Rank

#23 of 50

Cost of Living

95%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Illinois by Experience

In Illinois, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $38,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,540 per year. The cost of living index in Illinois is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$38,800

$-1,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$56,260

$-1,740 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$79,540

$-2,460 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Illinois

Percentile	IL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,860	$38,000	$-1,140
25th Percentile	$44,620	$46,000	$-1,380
Median (50th)	$56,066	$57,800	$-1,734
75th Percentile	$69,840	$72,000	$-2,160
90th Percentile	$82,450	$85,000	$-2,550

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary by City in Illinois

The largest employment areas for medical laboratory technicians in Illinois include Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, and Rockford. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Chicago, IL

$63,002

Pop. 2,693,976 · COL 107%

Aurora, IL

$56,066

Pop. 197,757 · COL 95%

Naperville, IL

$63,580

Pop. 149,540 · COL 108%

Rockford, IL

$48,552

Pop. 148,655 · COL 82%

Springfield, IL

$50,286

Pop. 114,394 · COL 85%

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Illinois

Education

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

Key Skills

Lab TechniquesHematologyMicrobiologyQuality ControlEquipment OperationData Entry

Job Outlook in Illinois

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