Laboratory technicians Salary in the UK (2025)
Median Salary
£27,248
per year
Hourly Rate
£13.10
per hour
Mean Salary
£29,696
per year
Pay Breakdown
| Period | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual (Median) | £27,248 |
| Monthly | £2,271 |
| Fortnightly | £1,048 |
| Weekly | £524 |
| Daily | £105 |
| Hourly | £13.10 |
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Key Insights
The median annual salary for a Laboratory technicians in the UK is £27,248, equating to £2,271 per month or £13.10 per hour.
The Laboratory technicians salary of £27,248 is below the UK average. However, pay varies considerably with experience and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Laboratory technicians salary in the UK?
The median Laboratory technicians salary in the United Kingdom is £27,248 per year as of 2025, according to ONS data.
How much does a Laboratory technicians earn per hour?
A Laboratory technicians earns approximately £13.10 per hour at the median salary level.
What is the monthly pay for a Laboratory technicians?
A Laboratory technicians earns approximately £2,271 per month at the median annual salary.
Is Laboratory technicians a well-paid job in the UK?
The Laboratory technicians salary of £27,248 is below the UK average. However, pay varies considerably with experience and location.
Where does this salary data come from?
All salary figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE), published under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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