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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Wilmington, NC
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Wilmington area earn a median of $28.29 per hour, about $58,840 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.65 and $36.08. That ranks 176th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 165th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Wilmington. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Wilmington.
- $28.29median pay per hour, Wilmington
- $20–$36typical range per hour
- 370employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Wilmington, NC
The metro median is 1% below the North Carolina statewide median of $28.56 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 370 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Wilmington metro area, 2.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.88).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.82 | $37,070 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.65 | $40,870 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.29 | $58,840 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.08 | $75,050 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.41 | $81,970 | 32% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 176th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 165th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 13 North Carolina 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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Wilmington run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.29 median hour buys what $29.34 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,018
- Per year: $50,922
- Per month: $4,244
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wilmington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,463 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,019 |
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 North Carolina
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Hospitals in Wilmington
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Wilmington, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center Wilmington, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Wilmington Treatment Center Wilmington, NC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, NC | 46 mi | $23.06/hr | 70,840 |
| Fayetteville, NC | 86 mi | $27.29/hr | 209,496 |
| Greenville, NC | 100 mi | $30.67/hr | 95,138 |
| Apex, NC | 119 mi | $28.41/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 120 mi | $28.41/hr | 499,825 |
| Cary, NC | 121 mi | $28.41/hr | 182,659 |
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License and tax basics in North Carolina
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
North Carolina 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 Wilmington, NC?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $28.29 per hour, about $58,840 a year. The middle half earn between $19.65 and $36.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Wilmington ranks 165th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 176th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Wilmington?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Wilmington, led by Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Wilmington 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 North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina 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 Wilmington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wilmington is $135 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,463 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 reportWilmington, NC · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Advocate HealthNorth Carolina · 5 postings$35.70/ hr$24–$46
- Fletcher Hospital, Inc.Hendersonville, NC · 2 wage offers$34.64/ hr$32–$37
- Duke University Health SystemDurham, NC · 3 wage offers$32.07/ hr$31–$33
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$27Median$35.70High$46
6 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in North Carolina, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$75k–$97k/ year
- Medical TechnologistPermanent$28.55–$42.85/ hour
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