Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician Salary in the United States

How much does an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician in the United States is $62,824 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,291
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,555 to $69,349
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,847

Key Factors That Influence Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician Salaries

An Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,036
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $55,042
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,464
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,850
  • Expert (over 8 years): $65,221
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Production Technician I less than 1 year $43,036
Production Technician II 1-2 years $55,042
Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician 2-4 years $61,464
Production Technician IV 5-8 years $67,850
Production Team Leader over 8 years $65,221

Top Paying Cities for Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $79,240
  • San Francisco: $78,372
  • Oakland: $76,721

Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $81,671 $39.0 30%
Aerospace & Defense $75,389 $36.0 20%

How Education impacts an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician with a high school is between $51,850 and $55,935.

Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 2%
High School 24.5%
Associate's Degree 18.4%
Bachelor's Degree 51%
Master's Degree or MBA 4.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$56,555
Average $62,824/year
$69,349
$4,713
Average $5,235/month
$5,779
$1,088
Average $1,208/week
$1,334
$27
Average $30/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $69,349 $5,779 $1,334 $33
Average $62,824 $5,235 $1,208 $30
25th Percentile $56,555 $4,713 $1,088 $27

Most common benefits for Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician

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FAQ about Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Additive Manufacturing Lab Technician roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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