PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Portsmouth, VA
$63k–$81k/ year
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Portsmouth, VA
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Portsmouth area earn a median of $26.29 per hour, about $54,680 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.05 and $34.06. That ranks 227th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 225th of 317 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Portsmouth. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Portsmouth.
- $26.29median pay per hour, Virginia Beach
- $20–$34typical range per hour
- 1,390employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 10% below the Virginia statewide median of $29.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 1,390 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area, 1.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.84 | $37,110 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.05 | $41,700 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.29 | $54,680 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $34.06 | $70,840 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.31 | $83,840 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Portsmouth ranks
- 227th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 225th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 7 Virginia 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 Portsmouth
- Overall prices in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.29 median hour buys what $26.84 buys at the national price level, 10% 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 Portsmouth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$946
- Per year: $47,322
- Per month: $3,944
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portsmouth
| 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).
Hospitals in Portsmouth
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portsmouth, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center Portsmouth, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nmc Portsmouth Portsmouth, VA | Acute Care - Department of Defense | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk, VA | 8 mi | $26.29/hr | 231,105 |
| Chesapeake, VA | 13 mi | $26.29/hr | 254,997 |
| Richmond, VA | 77 mi | $28.49/hr | 233,655 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 101 mi | $26.42/hr | 54,541 |
| Greenville, NC | 104 mi | $30.67/hr | 95,138 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 135 mi | $28.41/hr | 56,764 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Virginia · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia 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 Portsmouth, VA?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area have a median pay of $26.29 per hour, about $54,680 a year. The middle half earn between $20.05 and $34.06 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portsmouth a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk ranks 225th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 227th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical laboratory scientists in Portsmouth?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Portsmouth. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Portsmouth.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Portsmouth 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 Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Portsmouth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portsmouth 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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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 6 postings$45.76/ hr$37–$62
- VCU Health System AuthorityRichmond, VA · 4 wage offers$41.14/ hr$35–$47
- Quest DiagnosticsChantilly, VA · 2 postings$40.02/ hr$33–$48
- Inova Health Care ServicesFalls Church, VA · 2 wage offers$39.07/ hr$36–$44
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2What they are offering now
Low$30Median$38.26High$54
17 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Virginia, 16 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 17 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist (Ancillary Testing Coordinator)Permanent$127k–$166k/ year
- Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Auto ChemPermanent$35.78–$48.06/ hour
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