Clinical Laboratory Scientist Salary in 2026
Perform complex laboratory tests to detect, diagnose, and treat diseases.
Median Salary
$58,000
$4,833/mo
Entry Level
$45,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$75,000
experienced
Job Growth
+7%
10-yr outlook
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Overview
Perform complex laboratory tests to detect, diagnose, and treat diseases.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
1-2 years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
340K
5-Year Growth
+8%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$27.88/hr
Monthly Pay
$4,833
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Clinical Laboratory Scientist Salary
$65,000
$5,417/month · $2,500/biweekly · $31.25/hr
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Clinical Laboratory Scientist field.
Entry-level Clinical Laboratory Scientists earn around $45,000, while the top 10% earn $81,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Clinical Laboratory Scientists
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $68,000 | +$10,000 |
| New York | $67,000 | +$9,000 |
| Pennsylvania | $58,000 | $0 |
| Texas | $57,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $57,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Clinical Laboratory Scientists
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $68,000 | +$10,000 |
| Los Angeles | $65,000 | +$7,000 |
| Chicago | $61,000 | +$3,000 |
| Philadelphia | $59,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $57,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Clinical Laboratory Scientist Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist from entry level to expert.
$45,000
0-2 years
$60,000
3-7 years
$75,000
8-14 years
$88,000
15+ years
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