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

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

How does experience change A Technologist's salary?

A Technologist's salary grows with experience: a Technologist (2-4 years)earns $70,873, a Retail Space Management Manager (4-5 years)earns $113,253, a Retail Store Design Director (5+ years)earns $161,913,

What are the highest paying states for a Technologist?

Technologist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technologist roles are District of Columbia $69,713, California $69,449, Massachusetts $68,523. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technologist roles make?

Salaries for Technologist level roles vary by specialization: Design Technologist: $109,137; PET Technologist: $99,160; Mammography Technologist: $89,080; Cytogenetic Technologist: $85,656; Histology Technologist: $77,073.

Technologist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Technologist make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Technologist in District of Columbia is $70,079 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $86,995
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,909 to $78,933
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,472

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Technologist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,933	$6,578	$1,518	$38
Average	$70,079	$5,840	$1,348	$34
25th Percentile	$61,909	$5,159	$1,191	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Technologist Salaries

A Technologist'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 Technologist 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 Technologists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,713.
California: $69,449.
Massachusetts: $68,523.

District of Columbia $69,713 California $69,449 Massachusetts $68,523 Washington $68,272 New Jersey $68,246 Alaska $68,158 Connecticut $67,289 New York $66,937

Hawaii $65,810 Rhode Island $65,281 Maryland $64,922 Minnesota $64,431 Colorado $64,242 Illinois $64,179 Oregon $63,940 Delaware $63,763

New Hampshire $63,653 Virginia $63,405 Pennsylvania $62,680 Nevada $62,315 North Dakota $62,196 Michigan $62,007 Wisconsin $61,937 Vermont $61,799

Texas $61,415 Maine $61,390 Arizona $61,352 Ohio $61,308 Georgia $60,729 Indiana $60,439 Wyoming $60,382 Utah $60,294

Iowa $60,256 Kansas $59,954 Louisiana $59,866 North Carolina $59,834 Missouri $59,822 Florida $59,576 Montana $59,444 Nebraska $59,318

Kentucky $59,249 South Carolina $58,997 Tennessee $58,840 Idaho $58,777 New Mexico $58,317 Oklahoma $58,216 Alabama $57,845 South Dakota $57,221

Arkansas $56,881 West Virginia $56,699 Mississippi $56,151

Top Paying Cities for Technologists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $69,713
Washington: $69,713
Naval Anacost Annex: $69,713

Parcel Return Service, DC $69,713 Washington, DC $69,713 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $69,713 Washington Navy Yard, DC $69,713

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

Understanding how a Technologist'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

$61,909

Average $70,079/year

$78,933

$5,159

Average $5,840/month

$6,578

$1,191

Average $1,348/week

$1,518

$30

Average $34/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,933	$6,578	$1,518	$38
Average	$70,079	$5,840	$1,348	$34
25th Percentile	$61,909	$5,159	$1,191	$30

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