Laboratory technicians Salary Guide UK — 2025
Complete breakdown based on ONS ASHE official data
The median laboratory technicians salary in the UK is £26,861 per year, based on the 2025 Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) published by the Office for National Statistics. The mean salary is £28,664, reflecting the influence of higher earners on the average. The median hourly rate is £14.67.
Salaries vary significantly by region, from £23,755 in West Midlands to £31,088 in London. However, these differences narrow when adjusted for regional cost of living.
UK Median
£26,861
Annual
UK Mean
£28,664
Annual
Hourly Rate
£14.67
Median
UK Jobs
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Regional Salary Breakdown
The "Adjusted" column shows purchasing power after accounting for regional cost of living (UK average = 100).
| Region | Median | Mean | CoL Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | £31,088 | £31,023 | £26,708 |
| East | £28,870 | £27,434 | £29,671 |
| North West | £28,185 | £31,435 | £30,905 |
| South East | £26,800 | £32,236 | £25,969 |
| North East | £26,317 | £24,636 | £29,209 |
| Yorkshire and The Humber | £25,580 | £27,182 | £28,265 |
| East Midlands | £25,012 | £24,642 | £27,246 |
| Wales | £24,334 | £23,545 | £27,038 |
| West Midlands | £23,755 | £24,582 | £25,962 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average laboratory technicians salary in the UK?
The median laboratory technicians salary in the UK is £26,861 per year (ONS ASHE 2025). The mean salary is £28,664, which is higher due to top earners.
Which region pays laboratory technicians the most?
London pays the highest laboratory technicians salaries with a median of £31,088.
How does laboratory technicians pay vary by region?
Laboratory technicians salaries range from £23,755 in West Midlands to £31,088 in London.
Are laboratory technicians salaries rising?
Year-on-year comparison data is not yet available.
What is the typical hourly rate for laboratory technicians?
The median hourly rate for laboratory technicians in the UK is £14.67 (ONS ASHE 2025).
About this data
All salary figures in this guide are from the ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2025. Cost-of-living adjustments use ONS Regional Price Parities. Read our methodology. View data sources.