Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians is $34.59 an hour ($71,950 a year). About 10,330 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($62,930). Illinois ranks 11th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.62 | $44,980 |
| 25% of workers | $25.88 | $53,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.59 | $71,950 |
| 75% of workers | $39.85 | $82,880 |
| 90% of workers | $48.06 | $99,970 |
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford | $76,380 | 230 |
| Bloomington | $75,530 | 150 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $73,960 | 7,620 |
| Peoria | $66,560 | 300 |
| Springfield | $65,030 | 270 |
| Decatur | $62,400 | 50 |
| Kankakee | $61,200 | 820 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 20,800 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,650 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,000 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,200 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $42,260 |
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| Medical Records Specialists | $56,440 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $46,440 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $49,930 |
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