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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
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$62k–$80k/ year
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Southaven, MS
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Southaven area centers on $29.99 per hour, or about $62,370 a year. The lower quarter earns under $20.79 and the upper quarter over $39.25. That ranks 114th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 90th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. The free report below lists employers near Southaven and what they pay.
- $29.99median pay per hour, Memphis
- $21–$39typical range per hour
- 2,010employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Southaven, MS
The metro median is 31% above the Mississippi statewide median of $22.83 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 2,010 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Memphis metro area, 3.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.25 | $35,880 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.79 | $43,240 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.99 | $62,370 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.25 | $81,640 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.58 | $94,810 | 53% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 114th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 90th 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 Southaven
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.99 median hour buys what $32.53 buys at the national price level, 9% 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$1,080
- Per year: $53,982
- Per month: $4,498
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Southaven
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,358 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,654 |
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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Hospitals in Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $29.99/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $29.99/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $28.06/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $28.09/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $26.11/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $26.11/hr | 204,774 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Mississippi · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Mississippi
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Mississippi 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 Southaven, MS?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $29.99 per hour, about $62,370 a year. The middle half earn between $20.79 and $39.25 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 90th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 114th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Southaven?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven 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 Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Southaven?
The federal per diem benchmark in Southaven is $126 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,358 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical laboratory scientists in Southaven?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportSouthaven, MS · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- University of Mississippi Medical CenterJackson, MS · 3 wage offers$29.52/ hr$25–$35
- Guardian Healthcare Providers, Inc.Natchez, MS · 2 wage offers$27.34/ hr$26–$29
- University of Mississippi Medical CenterGrenada, MS · 2 wage offers$26.29/ hr$25–$28
- Ochsner Clinic FoundationMeridian, MS · 3 wage offers$23.05/ hr$20–$29
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$24Median$26.77High$29
12 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Mississippi, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$62k–$80k/ year
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