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Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Kaiser Permanente · Honolulu, HI
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Honolulu, HI
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Honolulu area centers on $29.86 per hour, or about $62,100 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.43 and the upper quarter over $39.30. That ranks 122nd of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 222nd of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Honolulu.
- $29.86median pay per hour, Urban Honolulu
- $24–$39typical range per hour
- 1,050employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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2 more open roles from employers in Honolulu. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Technologist
Kaiser Permanente · Honolulu, HI
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Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Honolulu, HI
The metro median is in line with the Hawaii statewide median of $29.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 1,050 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Urban Honolulu metro area, 2.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.85 | $43,370 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.43 | $50,810 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.86 | $62,100 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.30 | $81,740 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.99 | $101,900 | 65% above U.S. median |
How Honolulu ranks
- 122nd of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 222nd of 317 after adjusting for local prices
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 Urban Honolulu run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% above the U.S. average (index 135.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.86 median hour buys what $26.91 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Honolulu paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,075
- Per year: $53,748
- Per month: $4,479
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Urban Honolulu metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Honolulu
| 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 Hawaii
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Honolulu as they open.
PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician(Full-time) -Kula, HI
Sonic Healthcare · Wailuku, HI
$25.44–$27.98/ hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician - Maui Memorial Medical Center
Sonic Healthcare · Wailuku, HI
$25.44–$27.98/ hour
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Hospitals in Honolulu
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, 3 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kuakini Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Straub Clinic And Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Queens Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Tripler Amc (Ft Shafter) Honolulu, HI | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
License and tax basics in Hawaii
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Hawaii 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 Honolulu, HI?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Urban Honolulu metro area have a median pay of $29.86 per hour, about $62,100 a year. The middle half earn between $24.43 and $39.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Honolulu a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Urban Honolulu ranks 222nd of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 122nd of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Honolulu?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Hawaii license to work in Honolulu 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 Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii 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 Honolulu?
The federal per diem benchmark in Honolulu 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.
Does Valorem Health place medical laboratory scientists in Honolulu?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Sonic HealthcareWailuku, HI · 2 postings$26.71/ hr$25–$28
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$82.53/ hr$66–$99
- Sharp HealthCareCoronado, CA · 3 postings$64.63/ hr$56–$73
- CommonSpirit HealthSACRAMENTO, CA · 8 postings$63.98/ hr$50–$78
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2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$39.46High$60
294 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in the US, 249 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Lab Scientist roles
- Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician(Full-time) -Kula, HIPermanent$25.44–$27.98/ hour
- Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician - Maui Memorial Medical CenterPermanent$25.44–$27.98/ hour
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