Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Shawnee, KS
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Shawnee area centers on $26.97 per hour, or about $56,090 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.30 and the upper quarter over $36.54. That ranks 210th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 174th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 23 hospitals in the Shawnee metro area. The free report below lists employers near Shawnee and what they pay.
- $26.97median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $22–$37typical range per hour
- 3,720employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Shawnee, KS
The metro median is 7% below the Kansas statewide median of $29.07 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 3,720 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Kansas City metro area, 3.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.50 | $38,480 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.30 | $46,380 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.97 | $56,090 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.54 | $76,000 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.21 | $87,800 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Shawnee ranks
- 210th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 174th 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.
What your pay buys in Shawnee
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.97 median hour buys what $29.14 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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- Per year: $48,546
- Per month: $4,046
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Shawnee
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 the Kansas City area
CMS lists 23 hospitals in the Kansas City area, 10 of the 18 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes North Hospital Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kansas Hospital Kansas City, KS | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth South Overland Park, Inc Overland Park, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Overland Park Reg Med Ctr Overland Park, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Luke's East Hospital Lees Summit, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Luke's South Hospital Overland Park, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Health Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospital Olathe, KS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenexa, KS | 4 mi | $26.97/hr | 59,427 |
| Kansas City, KS | 8 mi | $26.97/hr | 156,752 |
| Lawrence, KS | 25 mi | $30.67/hr | 97,271 |
| Topeka, KS | 48 mi | $29.77/hr | 125,467 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 51 mi | $21.79/hr | 71,098 |
| Manhattan, KS | 97 mi | $30.20/hr | 54,700 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Kansas · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas 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 Shawnee, KS?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $26.97 per hour, about $56,090 a year. The middle half earn between $22.30 and $36.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Shawnee a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 174th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 210th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Shawnee?
CMS lists 23 hospitals in the Kansas City area, led by Saint Lukes North Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Shawnee 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 Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Shawnee?
The federal per diem benchmark in Shawnee is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 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 Shawnee?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportShawnee, KS · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Stormont-Vail HealthCareTopeka, KS · 2 wage offers$37.37/ hr$36–$39
- Community HealthCare SystemOnaga, KS · 3 wage offers$35.28/ hr$34–$40
- Salina Regional Health CenterSalina, KS · 5 wage offers$35.03/ hr$24–$38
- Pratt Regional Medical CenterPratt, KS · 4 wage offers$32.00/ hr$24–$36
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
92 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Kansas, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Lab Scientist roles
Open Lab Scientist roles near Shawnee, KS, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.