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Clinical Lab Scientist
Veterans Health Administration · Spokane, WA
$73k–$141k/ year
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Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Bellingham, WA
The median medical laboratory scientist pay in the Bellingham area is $27.61 per hour ($57,440 a year), with the typical range running from $21.73 to $36.92. That ranks 198th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 229th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bellingham. The free report below lists employers near Bellingham and what they pay.
- $27.61median pay per hour, Bellingham
- $22–$37typical range per hour
- 150employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Bellingham, WA
The metro median is 16% below the Washington statewide median of $33.01 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 150 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Bellingham metro area, 1.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.75).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.15 | $39,830 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $21.73 | $45,200 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.61 | $57,440 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.92 | $76,790 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.65 | $92,870 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Bellingham ranks
- 198th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 229th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 7 Washington 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 Bellingham
- Overall prices in Bellingham run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.61 median hour buys what $26.72 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$994
- Per year: $49,698
- Per month: $4,142
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bellingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bellingham
| 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 Washington
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CommonSpirit Health · Burien, WA
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MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$39.14–$62.07/ hour
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MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
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Hospitals in Bellingham
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center Bellingham, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marysville, WA | 49 mi | $35.33/hr | 76,209 |
| Everett, WA | 56 mi | $35.33/hr | 113,011 |
| Bothell, WA | 69 mi | $35.33/hr | 51,770 |
| Shoreline, WA | 69 mi | $35.33/hr | 66,251 |
| Kirkland, WA | 74 mi | $35.33/hr | 95,499 |
| Redmond, WA | 76 mi | $35.33/hr | 82,195 |
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License and tax basics in Washington
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do medical laboratory scientists make in Bellingham, WA?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Bellingham metro area have a median pay of $27.61 per hour, about $57,440 a year. The middle half earn between $21.73 and $36.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bellingham a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Bellingham ranks 229th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 198th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Bellingham?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, led by Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Bellingham 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 Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Bellingham?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bellingham 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
- CommonSpirit HealthLAKEWOOD, WA · 6 postings$51.58/ hr$38–$65
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 10 postings$50.61/ hr$29–$65
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 5 postings$49.73/ hr$40–$60
- Virginia Mason Medical CenterSeattle, WA · 3 wage offers$47.18/ hr$41–$54
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$34Median$49.73High$64
29 Lab Scientist postings with published pay in Washington, 28 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 29 Lab Scientist roles
- Clinical Lab ScientistPermanent$73k–$141k/ year
- Medical Laboratory ScientistPer diem$38.82–$64.33/ hour
+ 27 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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