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7/70 Medical Laboratory Scientist
Fairview Health Services · Maplewood, MN
$37.37–$52.76/ hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Duluth, MN
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Duluth area centers on $31.38 per hour, or about $65,270 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.50 and the upper quarter over $33.11. That ranks 68th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 31st of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Duluth. The free report below lists employers near Duluth and what they pay.
- $31.38median pay per hour, Duluth
- $26–$33typical range per hour
- 270employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Duluth, MN
The metro median is 13% below the Minnesota statewide median of $35.98 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 270 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Duluth metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.98).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.02 | $52,040 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.50 | $53,040 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.38 | $65,270 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.11 | $68,870 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.29 | $83,800 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Duluth ranks
- 68th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 31st of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Minnesota 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 Duluth
- Overall prices in Duluth run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.38 median hour buys what $35.35 buys at the national price level, 19% 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$1,130
- Per year: $56,484
- Per month: $4,707
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Duluth metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Duluth
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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 Minnesota
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Duluth as they open.
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Clinical Lab Technologist - Central Clin/Clinical Spec Lab - Contractor Only
Mayo Clinic · Rochester, MN
$32.43–$48.66/ hour
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Medical Lab Technician or Medical Lab Scientist
CentraCare · Monticello, MN
$27.67–$39.59/ hour
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Medical Lab Scientist - Microbiology
Allina Health · Minnesota
$38.67–$52.47/ hour
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Medical Lab Scientist
Allina Health · Minnesota
$38.67–$52.47/ hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist
Fairview Health Services · Minneapolis, MN
$37.37–$52.76/ hour
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Hospitals in Duluth
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Essentia Health Duluth Duluth, MN | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine, MN | 122 mi | $31.81/hr | 75,172 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 124 mi | $31.81/hr | 63,807 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 129 mi | $31.81/hr | 82,893 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 130 mi | $30.87/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 131 mi | $31.81/hr | 72,739 |
| St. Paul, MN | 134 mi | $31.81/hr | 307,465 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Minnesota · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 Duluth, MN?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Duluth metro area have a median pay of $31.38 per hour, about $65,270 a year. The middle half earn between $25.50 and $33.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Duluth a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Duluth ranks 31st of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 68th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Duluth?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, led by Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Duluth 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 Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 Duluth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Duluth is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 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 reportDuluth, MN · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 2 postings$45.57/ hr$39–$52
- Fairview Health ServicesMaplewood, MN · 3 postings$45.06/ hr$37–$53
- Welia HealthMora, MN · 2 wage offers$37.02/ hr$25–$49
- Mayo ClinicRed Wing, MN · 2 wage offers$36.90/ hr$35–$38
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$42.80High$53
10 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Minnesota, 7 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Lab Scientist roles
- 7/70 Medical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$37.37–$52.76/ hour
- Clinical Lab Technologist - Central Clin/Clinical Spec Lab - Contractor OnlyPermanent$32.43–$48.66/ hour
+ 8 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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