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$28.17–$35.21/ hour
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Evanston, IL
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Evanston area centers on $33.28 per hour, or about $69,210 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.57 and the upper quarter over $40.32. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Evanston. That ranks 51st of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 98th of 317 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Evanston.
- $33.28median pay per hour, Chicago
- $24–$40typical range per hour
- 8,160employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% above the Illinois statewide median of $32.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 8,160 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.60 | $42,850 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.57 | $49,030 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.28 | $69,210 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.32 | $83,870 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.74 | $99,300 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Evanston ranks
- 51st of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 98th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 Illinois 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 Evanston
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.28 median hour buys what $32.13 buys at the national price level, 8% above 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 Evanston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,198
- Per year: $59,904
- Per month: $4,992
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Evanston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $195 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,009 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,117 |
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. 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).
Hospitals in Evanston
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Evanston, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital Evanston, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital-Evanston Evanston, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skokie, IL | 2 mi | $33.28/hr | 65,850 |
| Des Plaines, IL | 11 mi | $33.28/hr | 58,832 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Illinois · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois 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 Evanston, IL?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $33.28 per hour, about $69,210 a year. The middle half earn between $23.57 and $40.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Evanston a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 98th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical laboratory scientists in Evanston?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Evanston.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Evanston 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 Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Evanston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Evanston is $195 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,009 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 Evanston?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Cgh Medical CenterSterling, IL · 3 wage offers$41.14/ hr$38–$43
- University of Chicago Medical CenterChicago, IL · 7 wage offers$39.76/ hr$38–$44
- Northwestern Memorial HealthCareChicago, IL · 7 wage offers$39.66/ hr$28–$48
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemSpringfield, IL · 5 postings$36.94/ hr$24–$44
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$25Median$34.36High$44
12 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Illinois, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 12 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Lab Scientist/MT IPermanent$25.35–$29.82/ hour
- Medical Laboratory Scientist IPermanent$26.48–$43.70/ hour
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