Average Cytotechnologist Salary

$26.34/hour

The average salary for a Cytotechnologist is $26.34 per hour. This is 101% lower than the practicing US average of $52.94.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Salaries for Cytotechnologist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$26.34/hour

101% lower than the practicing US average.

$52.94/hour

United States

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Cytotechnologist jobs?

Patterns Hiring - Perm pays Cytotechnologists the most, averaging $75 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($65) and BJC HealthCare ($38). For comparison, the national average for Cytotechnologists is $26 per hour — Patterns Hiring - Perm pays 183% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Patterns Hiring - Perm$75$75
Medical Solutions Direct Hire$65$71
BJC HealthCare$38$38

Last updated on November 10, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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