PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist II
Quest Diagnostics · Bangor, ME
$32.17–$35.74/ hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Portland, ME
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Portland area earn a median of $33.53 per hour, about $69,750 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $24.67 and $38.96. That ranks 49th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 76th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Portland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Portland.
- $33.53median pay per hour, Portland
- $25–$39typical range per hour
- 450employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Portland, ME
The metro median is 4% above the Maine statewide median of $32.23 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 450 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Portland-South Portland metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.71).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.72 | $45,180 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.67 | $51,310 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.53 | $69,750 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.96 | $81,040 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.72 | $88,860 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Portland ranks
- 49th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Maine 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 Portland
- Overall prices in Portland-South Portland run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.53 median hour buys what $32.92 buys at the national price level, 11% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,207
- Per year: $60,354
- Per month: $5,030
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Portland-South Portland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $152 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,624 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,112 |
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).
Open Medical Laboratory Scientist roles in Maine
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Portland as they open.
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Quest Diagnostics · Presque Isle, ME
$29.24–$32.49/ hour
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist II
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Lewiston, ME
$32.00–$45.00/ hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Quest Diagnostics · Bangor, ME
$29.24–$32.49/ hour
Hospitals in Portland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, ME | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, ME | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haverhill, MA | 74 mi | $33.83/hr | 68,291 |
| Manchester, NH | 78 mi | $39.35/hr | 116,386 |
| Lawrence, MA | 81 mi | $33.83/hr | 89,332 |
| Peabody, MA | 86 mi | $33.83/hr | 55,418 |
| Lynn, MA | 89 mi | $33.83/hr | 103,489 |
| Lowell, MA | 89 mi | $33.83/hr | 120,418 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Maine · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Maine
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maine requires for your role with the Maine licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Maine taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Portland
Portland city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical laboratory scientists make in Portland, ME?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Portland-South Portland metro area have a median pay of $33.53 per hour, about $69,750 a year. The middle half earn between $24.67 and $38.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portland a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Portland-South Portland ranks 76th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 49th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Portland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portland, led by Mainehealth Maine Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maine license to work in Portland 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 Maine requires for your role with the Maine 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 Portland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portland is $152 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,624 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 reportPortland, ME · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- MaineHealthPortland, ME · 1 wage offer$32.93/ hr$28–$38
- Quest DiagnosticsBangor, ME · 3 postings$30.87/ hr$29–$36
- Comtrix Solutions, Inc.Rumford, ME · 1 wage offer$30.00/ hr$30–$30
- Comtrix Solutions, Inc.Dover Foxcroft, ME · 1 wage offer$30.00/ hr$30–$30
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$32.41High$43
4 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Maine, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Lab Scientist roles
- Medical Laboratory Scientist IIPermanent$32.17–$35.74/ hour
- Medical Laboratory Scientist IPermanent$29.24–$32.49/ hour
+ 2 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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