PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Microbiology Laboratory - St. Vincent Medical Center Medical Office Building 2
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Toledo, OH
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Toledo, OH
The median medical laboratory scientist pay in the Toledo area is $30.11 per hour ($62,630 a year), with the typical range running from $22.37 to $36.86. That ranks 106th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 75th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Toledo. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Toledo.
- $30.11median pay per hour, Toledo
- $22–$37typical range per hour
- 650employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Toledo, OH
The metro median is in line with the Ohio statewide median of $30.23 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 650 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Toledo metro area, 2.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.55 | $36,500 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.37 | $46,530 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.11 | $62,630 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.86 | $76,670 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.51 | $84,260 | 36% above U.S. median |
How Toledo ranks
- 106th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 75th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 12 Ohio 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.
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- Overall prices in Toledo run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 67.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.11 median hour buys what $32.92 buys at the national price level, 11% 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.
Estimate your Toledo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,084
- Per year: $54,198
- Per month: $4,516
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Toledo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Toledo
| 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 Ohio
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Laboratory Information Manager
Veterans Health Administration · Cincinnati, OH
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Labcorp · Columbus, OH
$25.85–$42.00/ hour
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Hospitals in Toledo
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Toledo, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promedica Toledo Hospital Toledo, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy St Vincent Medical Center Toledo, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Toledo Medical Center Toledo, OH | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Toledo, Llc Toledo, OH | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital Toledo, OH | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor, MI | 42 mi | $25.22/hr | 61,544 |
| Ann Arbor, MI | 43 mi | $30.02/hr | 122,925 |
| Westland, MI | 46 mi | $25.22/hr | 82,745 |
| Dearborn, MI | 49 mi | $25.22/hr | 106,377 |
| Dearborn Heights, MI | 49 mi | $25.22/hr | 61,040 |
| Livonia, MI | 52 mi | $25.22/hr | 93,113 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Ohio · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio 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 Toledo, OH?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Toledo metro area have a median pay of $30.11 per hour, about $62,630 a year. The middle half earn between $22.37 and $36.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Toledo a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Toledo ranks 75th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 106th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Toledo?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Toledo, led by Promedica Toledo Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Toledo 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 Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Toledo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Toledo 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 reportToledo, OH · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Kettering Medical CenterHamilton, OH · 2 wage offers$37.00/ hr$31–$41
- Kettering Medical CenterMiamisburg, OH · 2 wage offers$35.31/ hr$34–$37
- Dayton Osteopathic HospitalDayton, OH · 2 wage offers$33.33/ hr$28–$38
- The Ohio State UniversityColumbus, OH · 3 wage offers$32.69/ hr$28–$39
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$29Median$31.93High$38
39 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Ohio, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Laboratory Information ManagerPermanent$119k–$154k/ year
- Clinical Laboratory TechnologistPermanent$25.85–$42.00/ hour
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