PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Clinical Lab Scientist/MT I
OSF Healthcare System · Escanaba, MI
$31.49–$37.05/ hour
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Grand Rapids, MI
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Grand Rapids area earn a median of $24.22 per hour, about $50,370 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.58 and $35.96. That ranks 270th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 266th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Rapids.
- $24.22median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $19–$36typical range per hour
- 1,090employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Grand Rapids, MI
The metro median is 14% below the Michigan statewide median of $28.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 1,090 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 1.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.66 | $36,730 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.58 | $38,650 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.22 | $50,370 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.96 | $74,800 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.62 | $80,330 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Grand Rapids ranks
- 270th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 266th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 9 Michigan 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 Grand Rapids
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.22 median hour buys what $25.35 buys at the national price level, 15% 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$872
- Per year: $43,596
- Per month: $3,633
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Grand Rapids
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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).
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Clinical Lab Technician/MLT II
OSF Healthcare System · Escanaba, MI
$29.30–$34.47/ hour
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Hospitals in Grand Rapids
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $24.22/hr | 78,559 |
| Kentwood, MI | 6 mi | $24.22/hr | 54,768 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 48 mi | $33.39/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 51 mi | $37.21/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 58 mi | $31.57/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 89 mi | $26.64/hr | 53,690 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $24.22 per hour, about $50,370 a year. The middle half earn between $18.58 and $35.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Rapids a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 266th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 270th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Grand Rapids?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Grand Rapids 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 Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Grand Rapids?
The federal per diem benchmark in Grand Rapids is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 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 reportGrand Rapids, MI · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- University of MichiganAnn Arbor, MI · 2 wage offers$38.14/ hr$33–$43
- Laboratory Corporation of America HoldingsDetroit, MI · 2 wage offers$36.20/ hr$34–$42
- OSF Healthcare SystemEscanaba, MI · 2 postings$33.08/ hr$29–$37
- O'Grady Peyton InternationalDearborn, MI · 2 wage offers$31.92/ hr$29–$35
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$30.00High$35
33 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Michigan, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Lab Scientist/MT IPermanent$31.49–$37.05/ hour
- Clinical Lab Technician/MLT IIPermanent$29.30–$34.47/ hour
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