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LifePoint Health · Lake Havasu City, AZ
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Lake Havasu City area centers on $24.65 per hour, or about $51,280 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.81 and the upper quarter over $39.72. That ranks 261st of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 250th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City. The free report below lists employers near Lake Havasu City and what they pay.
- $24.65median pay per hour, Lake Havasu City
- $20–$40typical range per hour
- 120employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Lake Havasu City, AZ
The metro median is 18% below the Arizona statewide median of $30.04 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 120 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.00).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.08 | $39,690 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.81 | $41,200 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.65 | $51,280 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.72 | $82,620 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.13 | $87,630 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Lake Havasu City ranks
- 261st of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 250th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 6 Arizona metro areas
BLS does not publish a separate figure for medical laboratory scientist. These numbers are for the broader category it belongs to, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians (SOC 29-2010), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Lake Havasu City-Kingman run 6% below the U.S. average (index 94.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.65 median hour buys what $26.20 buys at the national price level, 12% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Lake Havasu City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$887
- Per year: $44,370
- Per month: $3,698
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lake Havasu City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel medical laboratory scientist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Medical Laboratory Scientist roles in Arizona
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Hospitals in Lake Havasu City
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havasu Regional Medical Center Lake Havasu City, AZ | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henderson, NV | 112 mi | $25.28/hr | 350,039 |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 114 mi | $23.15/hr | 51,440 |
| Surprise, AZ | 121 mi | $30.04/hr | 167,564 |
| Buckeye, AZ | 121 mi | $30.04/hr | 114,334 |
| Indio, CA | 122 mi | $29.30/hr | 94,275 |
| Peoria, AZ | 125 mi | $30.04/hr | 199,924 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Arizona · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arizona
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical laboratory scientists make in Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Lake Havasu City-Kingman metro area have a median pay of $24.65 per hour, about $51,280 a year. The middle half earn between $19.81 and $39.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lake Havasu City a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Lake Havasu City-Kingman ranks 250th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 261st of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Lake Havasu City?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Lake Havasu City, led by Havasu Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arizona license to work in Lake Havasu City as a medical laboratory scientist?
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Lake Havasu City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lake Havasu City is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Laboratory Sciences of Arizona, LLCPhoenix, AZ · 2 wage offers$38.60/ hr$24–$47
- CommonSpirit HealthPHOENIX, AZ · 4 postings$38.45/ hr$31–$46
- Cosmic Healthcare, LLCPhoenix, AZ · 2 wage offers$31.25/ hr$31–$32
- Comtrix Solutions, Inc.Phoenix, AZ · 3 wage offers$31.00/ hr$30–$34
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$31Median$38.45High$57
5 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Arizona, 4 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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