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Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Houston, Texas

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Houston, TX is $56,644 per year, which is 2% below the national median and 4.3% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$56,644
vs State Avg
+$2,312
vs National
$-1,156
Cost of Living
96%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Houston by Experience

In Houston, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $39,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $80,360 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$39,200
$-800 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,840
$-1,160 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$80,360
$-1,640 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Houston, TX

Percentile Houston
10th Percentile $37,240
25th Percentile $45,080
Median (50th) $56,644
75th Percentile $70,560
90th Percentile $83,300

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Other Texas Cities

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Houston

Education

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