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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 St. Cloud, MN
The median medical laboratory scientist pay in the St. Cloud area is $30.87 per hour ($64,200 a year), with the typical range running from $25.38 to $33.61. That ranks 80th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 32nd of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in St. Cloud. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Cloud.
- $30.87median pay per hour, St. Cloud
- $25–$34typical range per hour
- 100employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in St. Cloud, MN
The metro median is 14% below the Minnesota statewide median of $35.98 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 100 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the St. Cloud metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.41).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.83 | $51,650 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.38 | $52,790 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.87 | $64,200 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.61 | $69,910 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.04 | $89,520 | 45% above U.S. median |
How St. Cloud ranks
- 80th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 32nd of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 St. Cloud
- Overall prices in St. Cloud run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.87 median hour buys what $35.23 buys at the national price level, 18% 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$1,111
- Per year: $55,566
- Per month: $4,630
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Cloud metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Cloud
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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
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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
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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 St. Cloud
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Cloud, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centracare - St. Cloud Hospital Saint Cloud, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Cloud Va Medical Center St. Cloud, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Grove, MN | 45 mi | $31.81/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 48 mi | $31.81/hr | 63,807 |
| Plymouth, MN | 49 mi | $31.81/hr | 78,551 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 49 mi | $31.81/hr | 82,893 |
| Blaine, MN | 53 mi | $31.81/hr | 75,172 |
| Minnetonka, MN | 54 mi | $31.81/hr | 52,651 |
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 St. Cloud, MN?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the St. Cloud metro area have a median pay of $30.87 per hour, about $64,200 a year. The middle half earn between $25.38 and $33.61 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Cloud a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
St. Cloud ranks 32nd of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 80th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in St. Cloud?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Cloud, led by Centracare - St. Cloud Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Cloud is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 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 reportSt. Cloud, 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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