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Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The median medical laboratory technician salary in Milwaukee, WI is $54,332 per year, which is 6% below the national median and 0.0% above the Wisconsin state average.

City Median
$54,332
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,468
Cost of Living
92%

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Milwaukee by Experience

In Milwaukee, an entry-level medical laboratory technician earns around $37,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$37,600
$-2,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$54,520
$-3,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,080
$-4,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Milwaukee, WI

Percentile Milwaukee
10th Percentile $35,720
25th Percentile $43,240
Median (50th) $54,332
75th Percentile $67,680
90th Percentile $79,900

Medical Laboratory Technician Salary in Other Wisconsin Cities

How to Become a Medical Laboratory Technician in Milwaukee

Education

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