Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians is $26.09 an hour ($54,260 a year). About 3,240 people work in this job there.
That is 14% lower than the U.S. median ($62,930). Iowa ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for clinical laboratory technologists and technicians in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.65 | $38,790 |
| 25% of workers | $20.77 | $43,210 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.09 | $54,260 |
| 75% of workers | $31.64 | $65,810 |
| 90% of workers | $38.30 | $79,660 |
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids | $62,560 | 270 |
| Ames | $56,380 | 110 |
| Dubuque | $55,680 | 100 |
| Iowa City | $52,140 | 420 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $50,240 | 700 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $47,800 | 200 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $47,770 | 400 |
| Sioux City | $47,360 | 200 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (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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|---|---|
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,630 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,860 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $65,930 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $50,640 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,910 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,660 |
| Veterinary Technologists and Technicians | $45,560 |
| Paramedics | $60,590 |
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