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Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$31.87–$49.13/ hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in New Bedford, MA
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the New Bedford area earn a median of $37.91 per hour, about $78,850 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.08 and $44.70. That ranks 17th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 16th of 317 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for New Bedford and its metro area. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Bedford.
- $37.91median pay per hour, Providence
- $30–$45typical range per hour
- 1,580employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 13% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $33.54 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 1,580 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.86 | $49,630 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.08 | $62,570 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Median | $37.91 | $78,850 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.70 | $92,980 | 50% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.62 | $111,530 | 80% above U.S. median |
How New Bedford ranks
- 17th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 16th 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 New Bedford
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.91 median hour buys what $37.25 buys at the national price level, 25% 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.
Estimate your New Bedford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,365
- Per year: $68,238
- Per month: $5,686
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Bedford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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 Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, 5 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | 9 mi | $37.91/hr | 94,689 |
| Taunton, MA | 19 mi | $37.91/hr | 61,936 |
| Brockton, MA | 29 mi | $33.83/hr | 105,788 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 38 mi | $33.83/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 42 mi | $33.83/hr | 103,434 |
| Boston, MA | 47 mi | $33.83/hr | 673,458 |
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License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts 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 New Bedford, MA?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $37.91 per hour, about $78,850 a year. The middle half earn between $30.08 and $44.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Bedford a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 16th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 17th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical laboratory scientists in New Bedford?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Bedford.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in New Bedford 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 Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 New Bedford?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Bedford is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Cambridge Public Health CommissionEverett, MA · 3 wage offers$45.18/ hr$39–$59
- UMass Memorial Health CareNashoba SEF, MA · 11 postings$41.46/ hr$24–$54
- Baystate Medical Center, Inc.Springfield, MA · 9 wage offers$40.31/ hr$31–$44
- Sturdy Memorial HospitalAttleboro, MA · 2 postings$39.31/ hr$30–$49
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$28Median$36.85High$47
59 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 48 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 59 Lab Scientist roles
- Supervisory Clinical Lab ScientistPermanent$130k–$169k/ year
- Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, Blood Bank - Evening ShiftPermanent$36.76–$49.63/ hour
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