Medical Laboratory Technician Salary Guide: Louisiana

Average Medical Laboratory Technician Salary

$23.19/hour

The average salary for a Medical Laboratory Technician in Louisiana is $23.19 per hour. This is 61% lower than the US average of $37.31.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Medical Laboratory Technician salaries in Louisiana compared to National Averages

$23.19/hour

Louisiana

61% lower than the US average.

$37.31/hour

United States

How does the pay for Medical Lab Technicians in Louisiana compare to nearby states?

Only Missouri reports pay data for Medical Laboratory Technicians, averaging $24 per hour. Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the Louisiana average for Medical Laboratory Technicians is $23 per hour — Missouri pays 3% more.

Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Missouri$24$37

Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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