What are the main factors that influence a Specimen Processor's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Specimen Processor's salary?

A Specimen Processor's salary grows with experience: a Phlebotomist (0-0 years)earns $43,349, a Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years)earns $44,515, a Specimen Processor (1-3 years)earns $49,784, a Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years)earns $58,035,

What are the highest paying states for a Specimen Processor?

Specimen Processor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Specimen Processor roles are District of Columbia $51,878, California $51,681, Massachusetts $50,992. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Specimen Processor roles make?

Salaries for Specimen Processor level roles vary by specialization: Specimen Processing Technician: $77,939; Specimen Processing Specialist: $77,308; Specimen Accessioner: $54,431; Specimen Prep Tech: $49,350; Lab Specimen Processor: $47,603.

Specimen Processor Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Specimen Processor make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Specimen Processor in Rhode Island is $48,917 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Specimen Processor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,005
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,404 to $54,721
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,385

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2025 Compensation Trend

AI Onboarding

Recruit with AI

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Specimen Processor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,721	$4,560	$1,052	$26
Average	$48,917	$4,076	$941	$24
25th Percentile	$43,404	$3,617	$835	$21

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Specimen Processor Job Openings in Rhode Island

MRI Technologist

Cambay Healthcare LLC - MIDLAND, MI

RN School Nurse Great Opportunity

White Glove Community Care - NEWARK, NJ

Occupational Therapist OT Home Health

Elara Caring - BENTON, LA

Phlebotomist

Christus Health - SAN ANTONIO, TX

Search More Specimen Processor Jobs in Rhode Island

Key Factors That Influence Specimen Processor Salaries

A Specimen Processor'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 Do Specimen Processor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Specimen Processors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,878.
California: $51,681.
Massachusetts: $50,992.

District of Columbia $51,878 California $51,681 Massachusetts $50,992 Washington $50,805 New Jersey $50,786 Alaska $50,721 Connecticut $50,074 New York $49,812

Hawaii $48,973 Rhode Island $48,579 Maryland $48,312 Minnesota $47,947 Colorado $47,806 Illinois $47,759 Oregon $47,581 Delaware $47,450

New Hampshire $47,368 Virginia $47,183 Pennsylvania $46,644 Nevada $46,372 North Dakota $46,283 Michigan $46,143 Wisconsin $46,091 Vermont $45,988

Texas $45,702 Maine $45,684 Arizona $45,656 Ohio $45,623 Georgia $45,192 Indiana $44,976 Wyoming $44,934 Utah $44,868

Iowa $44,840 Kansas $44,615 Louisiana $44,550 North Carolina $44,526 Missouri $44,517 Florida $44,334 Montana $44,236 Nebraska $44,142

Kentucky $44,091 South Carolina $43,903 Tennessee $43,786 Idaho $43,739 New Mexico $43,397 Oklahoma $43,322 Alabama $43,046 South Dakota $42,582

Arkansas $42,329 West Virginia $42,193 Mississippi $41,785

Top Paying Cities for Specimen Processors

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:

Adamsville: $49,376
Albion: $48,556
Ashaway: $49,563

Adamsville, RI $49,376 Albion, RI $48,556 Ashaway, RI $49,563 Barrington, RI $48,556 Block Island, RI $49,306 Bradford, RI $49,531 Bristol, RI $48,509 Carolina, RI $49,128

Charlestown, RI $49,179 Chepachet, RI $48,462 Clayville, RI $48,509 Coventry, RI $48,462 West Greenwich, RI $48,429 East Greenwich, RI $48,495 Exeter, RI $49,531 Fiskeville, RI $48,556

Forestdale, RI $48,509 Foster, RI $48,429 Glendale, RI $48,429 Greene, RI $48,973 Greenville, RI $48,556 Harmony, RI $48,542 Harrisville, RI $48,462 Hope, RI $48,556

Hope Valley, RI $49,563 Hopkinton, RI $49,577 Jamestown, RI $49,081 Kenyon, RI $49,516 Little Compton, RI $49,357 Manville, RI $48,556 Mapleville, RI $48,429 Newport, RI $49,090

Middletown, RI $49,296 North Kingstown, RI $48,415 North Scituate, RI $48,542 Oakland, RI $48,476 Pascoag, RI $48,448 Pawtucket, RI $48,556 Central Falls, RI $48,556 Cumberland, RI $48,556

Lincoln, RI $48,556 Portsmouth, RI $48,893 Prudence Island, RI $48,462 Rockville, RI $49,577 Saunderstown, RI $49,109 Shannock, RI $49,502 Slatersville, RI $48,509 Slocum, RI $49,109

Tiverton, RI $49,390 Wakefield, RI $49,057 Kingston, RI $49,067 Narragansett, RI $49,076 Peace Dale, RI $49,057 Warren, RI $48,542 Warwick, RI $48,556 Westerly, RI $49,591

West Kingston, RI $49,095 West Warwick, RI $48,556 Wood River Junction, RI $49,531 Woonsocket, RI $48,509 North Smithfield, RI $48,542 Wyoming, RI $49,516 Providence, RI $48,556 Cranston, RI $48,556

North Providence, RI $48,556 East Providence, RI $48,556 Riverside, RI $48,556 Rumford, RI $48,556 Smithfield, RI $48,556 Johnston, RI $48,556

Specimen Processor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Specimen Processor'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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$43,404

Average $48,917/year

$54,721

$3,617

Average $4,076/month

$4,560

$835

Average $941/week

$1,052

$21

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,721	$4,560	$1,052	$26
Average	$48,917	$4,076	$941	$24
25th Percentile	$43,404	$3,617	$835	$21

Salaries of jobs related to Specimen Processor

Find Your Next Specimen Processor Job

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

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Rhode Island

Cost of Living in Rhode Island is

4.4% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about