Cytotechnologist Salary in 2026
Examine cells under microscopes to detect signs of cancer and other diseases.
Median Salary
$72,000
$6,000/mo
Entry Level
$55,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$92,000
experienced
Job Growth
+7%
10-yr outlook
Cytotechnologist Overview
Examine cells under microscopes to detect signs of cancer and other diseases.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
1-2 years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
8K
5-Year Growth
+10%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$34.62/hr
Monthly Pay
$6,000
Cytotechnologist Salary Calculator
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Cytotechnologist Salary
$79,000
$6,583/month · $3,038/biweekly · $37.98/hr
Cytotechnologist Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Cytotechnologist field.
Entry-level Cytotechnologists earn around $55,000, while the top 10% earn $100,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Cytotechnologists
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $85,000 | +$13,000 |
| New York | $83,000 | +$11,000 |
| Illinois | $75,000 | +$3,000 |
| Texas | $71,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $71,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Cytotechnologists
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $85,000 | +$13,000 |
| Los Angeles | $81,000 | +$9,000 |
| Chicago | $76,000 | +$4,000 |
| Philadelphia | $73,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $71,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Cytotechnologist Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Cytotechnologist from entry level to expert.
$55,000
0-2 years
$74,000
3-7 years
$92,000
8-14 years
$108,000
15+ years
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