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Job outlook for med technicians in the United States
Med technician job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected med technician job growth rate is 5% from 2018-2028.
About 22,400 new jobs for med technicians are projected over the next decade.
Med technician salaries have increased 14% for med technicians in the last 5 years.
There are over 20,542 med technicians currently employed in the United States.
There are 141,154 active med technician job openings in the US.
The average med technician salary is $44,523.
Are med technician jobs in demand?
Med technician job and salary trends over time
Med technician jobs over time
Med technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 20,542 | 0.01% |
| 2020 | 19,686 | 0.01% |
| 2019 | 19,790 | 0.01% |
| 2018 | 19,762 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 19,764 | 0.01% |
Average med technician salary over time
Med technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $44,523 | $21.41 | +3.4% |
| 2025 | $43,064 | $20.70 | +3.8% |
| 2024 | $41,478 | $19.94 | +3.0% |
| 2023 | $40,273 | $19.36 | +2.7% |
| 2022 | $39,221 | $18.86 | +1.7% |
Med technician jobs by state
Most common states for med technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 505 | 38% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 259 | 35% |
| 3 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 457 | 34% |
| 4 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 2,136 | 32% |
| 5 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 1,022 | 32% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 245 | 32% |
| 7 | Vermont | 623,657 | 187 | 30% |
| 8 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 250 | 29% |
| 9 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 1,847 | 28% |
| 10 | South Carolina | 5,024,369 | 1,427 | 28% |
| 11 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,871 | 27% |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 3,383 | 26% |
| 13 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 2,669 | 26% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 1,463 | 26% |
| 15 | Delaware | 961,939 | 250 | 26% |
| 16 | Florida | 20,984,400 | 5,270 | 25% |
| 17 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 3,138 | 25% |
| 18 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 2,556 | 25% |
| 19 | Ohio | 11,658,609 | 2,821 | 24% |
| 20 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,664 | 24% |
Most common cities for med technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | 4 | 16% | $37,144 |
| 2 | Northampton | 4 | 14% | $37,716 |
| 3 | Terre Haute | 7 | 12% | $34,223 |
| 4 | Hot Springs | 3 | 8% | $29,547 |
| 5 | Boulder | 5 | 5% | $35,203 |
| 6 | Jonesboro | 4 | 5% | $29,586 |
| 7 | Boston | 6 | 1% | $37,305 |
| 8 | Tucson | 6 | 1% | $40,151 |
| 9 | Atlanta | 4 | 1% | $30,555 |
| 10 | Baltimore | 4 | 1% | $37,821 |
| 11 | Kansas City | 4 | 1% | $29,788 |
| 12 | New Orleans | 4 | 1% | $34,401 |
| 13 | Gilbert | 3 | 1% | $41,984 |
| 14 | Indianapolis | 4 | 0% | $34,490 |
| 15 | Chicago | 3 | 0% | $33,247 |
Med Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of med technician experts
University of North Texas
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Bellevue College
Jeanne Martin PhD, MSN, RN, CNE
Clinical Associate ProfessorWhat will help Med Technicians increase their earning potential?
Jeanne Martin PhD, MSN, RN, CNE: I think honing clinical judgment is the KEY to safe patient care. A lack of clinical judgment competency is associated with preventable nursing errors, such as medication inaccuracies or failure to recognize a patient is deteriorating and then step in to rescue that patient. These errors are more prevalent in new graduate nurses. This is why the National Council State Board of Nursing changed the licensure exam to reflect the Clinical Judgment Model. As the complexities of health care expand, the clinical judgment of the nurse must expand with it.
What general advice would you give to a Med Technician?
Elyse Zavar PhD: Prior to entering the field, gaining hands-on experience through internships and volunteer opportunities can help new professionals not only stand out in the job market, but many employers will recognize and count these as years of experience thus increasing salaries. When offered a position, research comparable salaries and do not be afraid to negotiate salary, among other benefits, when discussing a job offer.
What Med Technician skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Elyse Zavar PhD: Skills working with people will always be critical for professionals in homeland security. Along with that, the ability to learn and adapt are vital in a dynamic field with evolving technology, emergent hazards, and changing policies. In the next 3-5 years, we will only see increased demand for these skills, especially as climate change continues to alter hazards and risks.
What will help Med Technicians increase their earning potential?
Elyse Zavar PhD: At the core of the field of Emergency Management, and more broadly Homeland Security, is the goal to keep people and communities safe. To do this well, we have to know our communities which requires meeting stakeholders, asking questions, and listening to their experiences. I encourage all new professionals to build a professional network of individuals with diverse experiences who can serve as mentors and resources as you progress throughout your career. And then, as you do advance, reach back out to early career professionals to assist them with their professional development.
Robyn Tarpley
Director of Health and Medical SciencesPennsylvania Institute of Technology
Health and Medical Sciences Department
What skills stand out on Med Technician resumes?
Robyn Tarpley: NHA certification, Phlebotomy certification.
What soft skills should all Med Technicians possess?
Robyn Tarpley: Patient Care, communication skills, phone etiquette, critical thinking.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Med Technicians?
Robyn Tarpley: The ability to be 9 knowing all aspects of working in a Dr's office from meeting and greeting, collecting patient history, drawing labs, ECG) essentially being well rounded.
What skills will help Med Technicians earn the most?
Robyn Tarpley: NHA cert- being assertive and professional.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Med Technicians?
Marina Orobinskaia: There are no more or less important skills. You need to learn all of them to excellence and what is most important - use your critical thinking when you do them.