How much does an ICP make in California? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an ICP in California is $57,231 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,098
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,226 to $62,396
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,580

Key Factors That Influence ICP Salaries

An ICP'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects ICP Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ICP'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): $48,574
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $56,155
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $77,203
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $91,121
  • Expert (over 8 years): $90,497
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Laboratory Support Technician I less than 1 year $48,574
ICP 1-2 years $56,155
Laboratory Support Technician III 2-4 years $77,203
Laboratory Support Technician IV 5-8 years $91,121
Laboratory Supervisor over 8 years $90,497

Top Paying Cities for ICP

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:

  • Los Angeles: $57,330
  • West Hollywood: $57,288
  • Dodgertown: $57,329

ICP Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ICP roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, ICP positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ICP as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ICP

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet $68,677 $33.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $65,816 $32.0 15%
Aerospace & Defense $64,099 $31.0 12%
Financial Services $64,099 $31.0 12%
Pharmaceuticals $62,954 $30.0 10%

ICP Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ICP'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.

  • Yearly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$53,226
Average $57,231/year
$62,396
$4,436
Average $4,769/month
$5,200
$1,024
Average $1,101/week
$1,200
$26
Average $28/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $62,396 $5,200 $1,200 $30
Average $57,231 $4,769 $1,101 $28
25th Percentile $53,226 $4,436 $1,024 $26

Find Your Next ICP Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current ICP job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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