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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Fishers, IN
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Fishers area centers on $28.10 per hour, or about $58,440 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.60 and the upper quarter over $36.70. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Fishers. That ranks 184th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 163rd of 317 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Fishers and what they pay.
- $28.10median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $23–$37typical range per hour
- 3,970employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 5% above the Indiana statewide median of $26.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 3,970 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 3.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.63).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.64 | $38,770 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.60 | $47,010 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.10 | $58,440 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.70 | $76,340 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.70 | $84,660 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Fishers ranks
- 184th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 163rd of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 9 Indiana 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 Fishers
- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.10 median hour buys what $29.36 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Fishers paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,012
- Per year: $50,580
- Per month: $4,215
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fishers
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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 Fishers
CMS lists 1 hospital in Fishers, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Fishers Fishers, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noblesville, IN | 6 mi | $28.10/hr | 75,239 |
| Carmel, IN | 10 mi | $28.10/hr | 103,606 |
| Muncie, IN | 34 mi | $23.71/hr | 65,320 |
| Kokomo, IN | 36 mi | $20.10/hr | 60,093 |
| Columbus, IN | 52 mi | $26.64/hr | 51,970 |
| Lafayette, IN | 56 mi | $22.90/hr | 71,757 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Indiana · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana 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 Fishers, IN?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $28.10 per hour, about $58,440 a year. The middle half earn between $22.60 and $36.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fishers a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 163rd of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 184th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical laboratory scientists in Fishers?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Fishers.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Fishers 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 Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Fishers?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fishers is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 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 reportFishers, IN · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Indiana University Health, Inc.Indianapolis, IN · 4 wage offers$37.75/ hr$32–$44
- St. Catherine Hospital, Inc.East Chicago, IN · 5 wage offers$36.97/ hr$33–$40
- HealthTrackRx, Inc.Clarksville, IN · 2 wage offers$33.56/ hr$30–$37
- Cosmic Healthcare, LLCFort Wayne, IN · 2 wage offers$30.50/ hr$30–$31
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$31.26High$37
37 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Indiana, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Lab Scientist roles
- Supervisory Clinical Lab ScientistPermanent$125k–$163k/ year
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