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Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Quest Diagnostics · Kokomo, IN
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Kokomo, IN
The median medical laboratory scientist pay in the Kokomo area is $20.10 per hour ($41,810 a year), with the typical range running from $18.90 to $23.75. That ranks 343rd of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 307th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Kokomo.
- $20.10median pay per hour, Kokomo
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 30employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Kokomo, IN
The metro median is 25% below the Indiana statewide median of $26.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 30 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Kokomo metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.41).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.33 | $38,130 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.90 | $39,310 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.10 | $41,810 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.75 | $49,400 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.57 | $98,950 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Kokomo ranks
- 343rd of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 307th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th 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.
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- Overall prices in Kokomo run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 59.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.10 median hour buys what $22.42 buys at the national price level, 25% 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 Kokomo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$724
- Per year: $36,180
- Per month: $3,015
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kokomo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kokomo
| 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 Indiana
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Hospitals in Kokomo
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Kokomo Kokomo, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Howard Regional Health Inc. Kokomo, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, IN | 30 mi | $28.10/hr | 62,994 |
| Noblesville, IN | 30 mi | $28.10/hr | 75,239 |
| Carmel, IN | 34 mi | $28.10/hr | 103,606 |
| Anderson, IN | 35 mi | $28.10/hr | 55,851 |
| Fishers, IN | 36 mi | $28.10/hr | 103,986 |
| Lafayette, IN | 39 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 Kokomo, IN?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Kokomo metro area have a median pay of $20.10 per hour, about $41,810 a year. The middle half earn between $18.90 and $23.75 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kokomo a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Kokomo ranks 307th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 343rd of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Kokomo?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo, led by Ascension St Vincent Kokomo. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Kokomo 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 Kokomo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kokomo 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 Kokomo?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportKokomo, 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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