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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Terre Haute, IN
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Terre Haute area centers on $25.84 per hour, or about $53,740 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.03 and the upper quarter over $29.99. That ranks 232nd of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 161st of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Terre Haute. The free report below lists employers near Terre Haute and what they pay.
- $25.84median pay per hour, Terre Haute
- $18–$30typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Terre Haute, IN
The metro median is 3% below the Indiana statewide median of $26.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 200 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Terre Haute metro area, 3.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.41).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.05 | $35,460 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.03 | $37,500 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.84 | $53,740 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.99 | $62,380 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.81 | $74,480 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Terre Haute ranks
- 232nd of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 161st of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 Terre Haute
- Overall prices in Terre Haute run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% below the U.S. average (index 51.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.84 median hour buys what $29.43 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$930
- Per year: $46,512
- Per month: $3,876
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Terre Haute metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Terre Haute
| 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 Terre Haute
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Terre Haute, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Hospital Inc Terre Haute, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Terre Haute Regional Hospital Terre Haute, IN | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Hamilton Center Inc Terre Haute, IN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Harsha Behavioral Center Inc Terre Haute, IN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, IN | 50 mi | $24.15/hr | 79,986 |
| Champaign, IL | 66 mi | $31.13/hr | 91,961 |
| Greenwood, IN | 68 mi | $28.10/hr | 68,175 |
| Indianapolis, IN | 69 mi | $28.10/hr | 891,484 |
| Lafayette, IN | 70 mi | $22.90/hr | 71,757 |
| Carmel, IN | 74 mi | $28.10/hr | 103,606 |
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 Terre Haute, IN?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Terre Haute metro area have a median pay of $25.84 per hour, about $53,740 a year. The middle half earn between $18.03 and $29.99 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Terre Haute a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Terre Haute ranks 161st of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 232nd of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Terre Haute?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Terre Haute, led by Union Hospital Inc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Terre Haute 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 Terre Haute?
The federal per diem benchmark in Terre Haute 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 Terre Haute?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportTerre Haute, 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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