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Laboratory Tester

Average Early-Career Laboratory Tester Hourly Pay

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$19.76
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
25%
$13.29
MEDIAN
$19.76
75%
$24.49

The average hourly pay for a Laboratory Tester is $19.76 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$13 - $24
Bonus
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$21k - $66k
Based on 13 salary profiles (last updated Nov 03 2022)
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What Do Laboratory Testers Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Laboratory Tester

Medical
58%
Dental
50%
Vision
42%
None
42%

Gender Breakdown for Laboratory Testers

Male
63.6%
Female
36.4%
This data is based on 11 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Laboratory Testers

What is the highest pay for Laboratory Testers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Laboratory Tester is $NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Laboratory Testers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Laboratory Tester is $NaN / hour

How can Laboratory Testers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Laboratory Tester is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Laboratory Tester that oversees more junior Laboratory Testers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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