How much does a Lab Technician earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Lab Technician in New Zealand ranges from NZD 46,200 to NZD 66,500 NZD per year, depending on experience and location.

The average salary for a Lab Technician in New Zealand is NZD 51,250 - NZD 61,400 per year.

Lab Technician Salary in New Zealand

Salary estimate - 2026

Average salary

$46,200 - $66,500

Median salary

$51,250 - $61,400

Lower rangeUpper range

10th percentile$39K

25th percentile$46K

Median$55K

75th percentile$67K

90th percentile$78K

50% of professionals earn between $46,200 - $66,500 NZD

The median salary is $54,600

NZD 69,300 - 99,700+50%

NZD 69,300 - 99,700+50%

NZD 78,900 - 113,600+71%

NZD 68,500 - 132,000+78%

NZD 68,500 - 129,000+75%

NZD 84,700 - 121,900+83%

NZD 88,500 - 127,400+92%

NZD 91,400 - 131,600+98%

NZD 138,000 - 220,000+218%

NZD 46,200 - 66,5000%

Lab Technician

Lab Technician - New Zealand 2026: NZD 46,200 - NZD 66,500. NZD 56,325 (median).