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Medical Laboratory Scientist
CommonSpirit Health · Lincoln, NE
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Lincoln, NE
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Lincoln area centers on $26.38 per hour, or about $54,880 a year. The lower quarter earns under $21.27 and the upper quarter over $35.55. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Lincoln. That ranks 223rd of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 187th of 317 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Lincoln.
- $26.38median pay per hour, Lincoln
- $21–$36typical range per hour
- 290employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 12% below the Nebraska statewide median of $30.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 290 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Lincoln metro area, 1.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.67 | $34,670 | 44% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.27 | $44,240 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.38 | $54,880 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.55 | $73,940 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.39 | $79,850 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Lincoln ranks
- 223rd of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Nebraska 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 Lincoln
- Overall prices in Lincoln run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.38 median hour buys what $28.81 buys at the national price level, 3% 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.
Estimate your Lincoln paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$950
- Per year: $47,484
- Per month: $3,957
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lincoln metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lincoln
| 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).
Hospitals in Lincoln
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Lincoln, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Nebraska Heart Lincoln, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Chi Health St. Elizabeth Lincoln, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Bryan Medical Center Lincoln, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Lincoln Surgical Hospital Lincoln, NE | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Lincoln Regional Center Lincoln, NE | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 45 mi | $30.48/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 45 mi | $30.48/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 52 mi | $30.48/hr | 62,665 |
| Grand Island, NE | 88 mi | $30.71/hr | 53,250 |
| Manhattan, KS | 112 mi | $30.20/hr | 54,700 |
| Sioux City, IA | 117 mi | $24.19/hr | 86,875 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Nebraska · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nebraska 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 Lincoln, NE?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Lincoln metro area have a median pay of $26.38 per hour, about $54,880 a year. The middle half earn between $21.27 and $35.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lincoln a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Lincoln ranks 187th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 223rd of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical laboratory scientists in Lincoln?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Lincoln. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lincoln.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Lincoln 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 Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska 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 Lincoln?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lincoln 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 reportLincoln, NE · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Pender Community Hospital DistrictPender, NE · 4 wage offers$39.03/ hr$25–$41
- Columbus Community Hospital, Inc.Columbus, NE · 3 wage offers$38.63/ hr$37–$39
- CommonSpirit HealthOMAHA, NE · 4 postings$36.52/ hr$29–$44
- Alegent Health-Bergan Mercy HealthOmaha, NE · 10 wage offers$34.87/ hr$33–$38
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$36.52High$44
4 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Nebraska, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 4 Lab Scientist roles
- Medical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$29.36–$43.68/ hour
- Medical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$29.36–$43.68/ hour
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