Lab Research Assistant Salary in Houston, Texas

Lab Research Assistant Salary in Houston, TX

How much does a Lab Research Assistant make in Houston, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lab Research Assistant in Houston, TX is $53,521. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $47,582 to $59,257, with most professionals earning between $42,176 and $64,479.

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10th Percentile Lab Research Assistant Salary $42,176 Houston,TX April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Lab Research Assistant Salary $47,582 Houston,TX April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Lab Research Assistant Salary $53,521 Houston,TX April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Lab Research Assistant Salary $59,257 Houston,TX April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Lab Research Assistant Salary $64,479 Houston,TX April 01, 2025
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    Lab Research Assistant

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Laboratory Assistant II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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