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Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Columbus, Ohio

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Columbus, OH is $56,066 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 5.4% above the Ohio state average.

City Median
$56,066
vs State Avg
+$2,890
vs National
$-1,734
Cost of Living
95%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $38,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,540 per year. The local cost of living index 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 Columbus, OH

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $36,860
25th Percentile $44,620
Median (50th) $56,066
75th Percentile $69,840
90th Percentile $82,450

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Other Ohio Cities

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Columbus

Education

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