Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians vs. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses: Salary Comparison
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians earn a median salary of $61,890/year, while Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses earn $62,340/year — a difference of $450. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.
Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Median salary
$61,890
$62,340
Hourly rate
$29.75/hr
$29.97/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$38,020
$47,960
Senior level (90th %)
$97,990
$80,510
Education required
Bachelor's degree
Postsecondary nondegree award
U.S. employment
343,040
632,430
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Healthcare
Healthcare