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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Sill, OK
$71k–$92k/ year
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Lawton, OK
Pay for medical laboratory scientists in the Lawton area centers on $28.43 per hour, or about $59,130 a year. The lower quarter earns under $20.92 and the upper quarter over $32.06. That ranks 171st of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 71st of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Lawton. The free report below lists employers near Lawton and what they pay.
- $28.43median pay per hour, Lawton
- $21–$32typical range per hour
- 130employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Lawton, OK
The metro median is 8% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $26.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 130 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Lawton metro area, 3.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.54 | $32,320 | 48% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.92 | $43,510 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.43 | $59,130 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.06 | $66,680 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.85 | $87,050 | 41% above U.S. median |
How Lawton ranks
- 171st of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 71st of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Oklahoma 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 Lawton
- Overall prices in Lawton run 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 43% below the U.S. average (index 57.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.43 median hour buys what $33.08 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,023
- Per year: $51,174
- Per month: $4,264
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Lawton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lawton
| 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).
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Hospitals in Lawton
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Health Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Southwestern Medical Center Lawton, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Lawton Indian Hospital Lawton, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Jim Taliaferro Comm Mental Health Ctr Lawton, OK | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Falls, TX | 49 mi | $26.21/hr | 102,372 |
| Moore, OK | 73 mi | $26.36/hr | 63,845 |
| Norman, OK | 75 mi | $26.36/hr | 131,010 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 78 mi | $26.36/hr | 712,919 |
| Midwest City, OK | 83 mi | $26.36/hr | 58,505 |
| Edmond, OK | 93 mi | $26.36/hr | 99,040 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Oklahoma · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Oklahoma
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma 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 Lawton, OK?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Lawton metro area have a median pay of $28.43 per hour, about $59,130 a year. The middle half earn between $20.92 and $32.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lawton a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Lawton ranks 71st of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 171st of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Lawton?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Lawton, led by Memorial Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Lawton 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 Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Lawton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lawton 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 reportLawton, OK · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Comanche County Hospital AuthorityLawton, OK · 6 wage offers$18.91/ hr$16–$24
- Tahlequah Hospital AuthorityTahlequah, OK · 2 wage offers$32.45/ hr$25–$38
- McAlester Regional Health Center AuthorityMcalester, OK · 3 wage offers$30.00/ hr$20–$32
- Saint Francis Health SystemTulsa, OK · 2 wage offers$28.10/ hr$25–$31
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$23Median$26.86High$31
38 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Oklahoma, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Laboratory ScientistPermanent$71k–$92k/ year
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