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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Conway, AR
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Conway area centers on $26.11 per hour, or about $54,310 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.42 and the upper quarter over $32.59. That ranks 229th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 170th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Conway. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Conway.
- $26.11median pay per hour, Little Rock
- $18–$33typical range per hour
- 1,120employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Conway, AR
The metro median is 8% above the Arkansas statewide median of $24.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 1,120 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.43).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.43 | $36,250 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.42 | $38,310 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.11 | $54,310 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.59 | $67,790 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.57 | $80,230 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Conway ranks
- 229th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 170th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Arkansas 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.
What your pay buys in Conway
- Overall prices in Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.11 median hour buys what $29.22 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$940
- Per year: $46,998
- Per month: $3,916
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Conway
| 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).
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Hospitals in Conway
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Regional Medical Center, Inc Conway, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Conway Behavioral Health Conway, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Little Rock, AR | 24 mi | $26.11/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 25 mi | $26.11/hr | 204,774 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 109 mi | $22.74/hr | 90,507 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 113 mi | $28.06/hr | 82,384 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 118 mi | $24.52/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 122 mi | $24.52/hr | 89,368 |
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License and tax basics in Arkansas
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas 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 Conway, AR?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area have a median pay of $26.11 per hour, about $54,310 a year. The middle half earn between $18.42 and $32.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Conway a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway ranks 170th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 229th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Conway?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Conway, led by Baptist Health Medical Center- Conway. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Conway 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 Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas 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 Conway?
The federal per diem benchmark in Conway 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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Your Lab Scientist pay reportConway, AR · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- St. Vincent Medical CenterLittle Rock, AR · 2 wage offers$31.82/ hr$32–$32
- Guardian Healthcare Providers, Inc.North Little Rock, AR · 3 wage offers$30.68/ hr$30–$31
- Jefferson Hospital Association, Inc.Pine Bluff, AR · 3 wage offers$29.93/ hr$29–$37
- Mississippi County Hospital SystemBlytheville, AR · 4 wage offers$29.73/ hr$29–$30
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$29.54High$31
46 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Arkansas, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Lab Scientist roles
- Medical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$27.36–$40.70/ hour
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