Analytical Laboratory Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Analytical Laboratory Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Analytical Laboratory Manager in the United States is $98,547 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, an Analytical Laboratory Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,745
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $92,170 to $111,213
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,363

Key Factors That Influence Analytical Laboratory Manager Salaries

An Analytical Laboratory Manager'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 Analytical Laboratory Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Analytical Laboratory Manager'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): $94,230
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,382
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,788
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,714
  • Expert (over 8 years): $102,065
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Analytical Laboratory Manager less than 1 year $94,230
Early Career Level Analytical Laboratory Manager 1-2 years $94,382
Mid-Level Level Analytical Laboratory Manager 2-4 years $96,788
Senior-Level Level Analytical Laboratory Manager 5-8 years $101,714
Expert Level Analytical Laboratory Manager over 8 years $102,065

Top Paying Cities for Analytical Laboratory Manager

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: $124,297
  • San Francisco: $122,936
  • Oakland: $120,345

Analytical Laboratory Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Analytical Laboratory Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Analytical Laboratory Manager positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Analytical Laboratory Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Analytical Laboratory Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $137,966 $66.0 40%
Biotechnology $123,184 $59.0 25%

How Education impacts an Analytical Laboratory Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Analytical Laboratory Manager professionals enter the field with a Associate's 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 Analytical Laboratory Manager with a Associate's is between $85,472 and $91,171.

Analytical Laboratory Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Analytical Laboratory Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 3.7%
High School 3.7%
Associate's Degree 18.5%
Bachelor's Degree 59.3%
Master's Degree or MBA 18.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Analytical Laboratory Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Analytical Laboratory Manager'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
$92,170
Average $98,547/year
$111,213
$7,681
Average $8,212/month
$9,268
$1,772
Average $1,895/week
$2,139
$44
Average $47/hour
$53
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $111,213 $9,268 $2,139 $53
Average $98,547 $8,212 $1,895 $47
25th Percentile $92,170 $7,681 $1,772 $44

Most common benefits for Analytical Laboratory Manager

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

Common company salaries for Analytical Laboratory Manager

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FAQ about Analytical Laboratory Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Analytical Laboratory Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Analytical Laboratory Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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