Medical Laboratory Technician Salary Guide: Houston, TX

Q: What cities in Texas pay the most for Medical Lab Technicians?

Katy is currently the highest paying city in Texas for Medical Laboratory Technician jobs, paying up to $54/hr. This is 40% higher than the average pay for Medical Laboratory Technician roles in Texas. Other top paying cities include Temple, paying up to $48/hr, Houston, paying up to $60/hr, and Round Rock, paying up to $53/hr.

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Average Medical Laboratory Technician Salary

$28.56/hour

The average salary for a Medical Laboratory Technician in Houston, TX is $28.56 per hour. This is 1% lower than the Texas average of $28.97.

Last updated on December 20, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Medical Laboratory Technician salaries in Houston, TX compared to State and National Averages

$28.56/hour

Houston, TX

34% lower than the US average.

$28.97/hour

Texas

32% lower than the US average.

$38.24/hour

United States

How Medical Laboratory Technician Salaries in Houston Compare to Other Cities

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Madison, Wisconsin

$47/hour

This is 3% higher than the Houston average of $45.64.

What cities in Texas pay the most for Medical Lab Technicians?

City	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Houston, Texas	$46	$60

What are the highest paying Agencies for Medical Laboratory Technician jobs in Houston?

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Memorial Hermann Health System	$27	$27

Last updated on December 20, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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