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DLO Point of Care MLS/MLT I
Quest Diagnostics · Oklahoma City, OK
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Oklahoma City, OK
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Oklahoma City area earn a median of $26.36 per hour, about $54,820 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.69 and $32.59. That ranks 225th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 173rd of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Oklahoma City.
- $26.36median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $21–$33typical range per hour
- 2,290employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Medical Laboratory Scientist
SSM Health · Oklahoma City, OK
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DLO Night Shift Microbiology MLS/MLT I
Quest Diagnostics · Oklahoma City, OK
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DLO Night Shift MLS/MLT I
Quest Diagnostics · Oklahoma City, OK
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Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Technologist
SSM Health · Oklahoma City, OK
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DLO Blood Bank MLS/MLT I
Quest Diagnostics · Oklahoma City, OK
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DLO Evening Shift Microbiology MLS/MLT I
Quest Diagnostics · Oklahoma City, OK
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Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Oklahoma City, OK
The metro median is in line with the Oklahoma statewide median of $26.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 2,290 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 3.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.13 | $37,710 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.69 | $43,040 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.36 | $54,820 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.59 | $67,790 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.70 | $80,500 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Oklahoma City ranks
- 225th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 173rd of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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.
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- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.36 median hour buys what $29.16 buys at the national price level, 2% 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 Oklahoma City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$949
- Per year: $47,448
- Per month: $3,954
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Oklahoma City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Sill, OK
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Hospitals in Oklahoma City
CMS lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City, 5 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical laboratory scientists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Baptist Medical Center, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Southwest Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| O U Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma City Va Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Community Hospital - Council Crossing Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest City, OK | 8 mi | $26.36/hr | 58,505 |
| Moore, OK | 10 mi | $26.36/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 68 mi | $22.95/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 78 mi | $28.43/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 101 mi | $25.20/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 105 mi | $25.20/hr | 122,756 |
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 Oklahoma City, OK?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $26.36 per hour, about $54,820 a year. The middle half earn between $20.69 and $32.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Oklahoma City a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 173rd of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 225th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Oklahoma City?
CMS lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City, led by Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Oklahoma City 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 Oklahoma City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Oklahoma City is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 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 Oklahoma City?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportOklahoma City, OK · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Oklahoma Blood InstituteOklahoma City, OK · 4 wage offers$23.38/ hr$17–$31
- 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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