PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist I- 16 hrs/weeks
Mass General Brigham · Dover, NH
$30.50–$48.10/ hour
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Manchester, NH
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Manchester area centers on $39.35 per hour, or about $81,840 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.01 and the upper quarter over $43.51. That ranks 7th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 17th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Manchester. The free report below lists employers near Manchester and what they pay.
- $39.35median pay per hour, Manchester
- $31–$44typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 106cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Manchester, NH
The metro median is 2% above the New Hampshire statewide median of $38.57 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 200 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Manchester-Nashua metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.45).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.70 | $51,380 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.01 | $64,500 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Median | $39.35 | $81,840 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $43.51 | $90,500 | 46% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $47.55 | $98,900 | 60% above U.S. median |
How Manchester ranks
- 7th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 17th 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 Manchester
- Overall prices in Manchester-Nashua run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% above the U.S. average (index 134.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $39.35 median hour buys what $37.24 buys at the national price level, 25% 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$1,417
- Per year: $70,830
- Per month: $5,902
- New Hampshire has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Manchester-Nashua metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Manchester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,428 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,564 |
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 Manchester
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manchester, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Medical Center Manchester, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Elliot Hospital Manchester, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashua, NH | 16 mi | $39.35/hr | 91,851 |
| Haverhill, MA | 23 mi | $33.83/hr | 68,291 |
| Lawrence, MA | 24 mi | $33.83/hr | 89,332 |
| Lowell, MA | 25 mi | $33.83/hr | 120,418 |
| Peabody, MA | 39 mi | $33.83/hr | 55,418 |
| Medford, MA | 42 mi | $33.83/hr | 59,898 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in New Hampshire · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New Hampshire
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New Hampshire does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Manchester
Manchester city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical laboratory scientists make in Manchester, NH?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Manchester-Nashua metro area have a median pay of $39.35 per hour, about $81,840 a year. The middle half earn between $31.01 and $43.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Manchester a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Manchester-Nashua ranks 17th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 7th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Manchester?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Manchester, led by Catholic Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a New Hampshire license to work in Manchester 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 New Hampshire requires for your role with the New Hampshire 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 Manchester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Manchester is $130 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,428 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 Manchester?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportManchester, NH · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Upper Connecticut Valley HospitalColebrook, NH · 2 wage offers$34.84/ hr$30–$37
- Androscoggin Valley HospitalBerlin, NH · 2 wage offers$33.04/ hr$30–$34
- Mary Hitchcock Memorial HospitalLebanon, NH · 7 wage offers$30.52/ hr$23–$43
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$31.26High$37
16 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in New Hampshire, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Lab Scientist roles
- Medical Laboratory Scientist I- 16 hrs/weeksPermanent$30.50–$48.10/ hour
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