Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians
BLS reports base-year employment of 343,000 and projected-year employment of 352,400, a projected change of 2.7%. The series reports 20,800 projected annual openings. Median annual wage is $62,930. Typical entry education: Bachelor's degree. BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians to increase by 2.7% between 2024 and 2034, from 343,000 to 352,400 jobs. Its estimate of 20,800 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($62,930), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
343,000
Projected employment (2034)
352,400
Projected change (2024–2034)
3%
Annual openings (projected average)
20,800
Pay & Preparation
$62,930
Bachelor's degree
None
None
Essential Skills
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
Market data tells you what is happening.
SmartBid shows you where you fit.
Evaluate opportunities using demand, competition, client quality, and your experience—then focus your effort where you have the strongest chance to win.
Find my best opportunities