Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Casper, WY
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Casper area earn a median of $24.73 per hour, about $51,440 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.03 and $32.15. That ranks 259th of 355 U.S. metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay, and 248th of 317 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Casper. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Casper.
- $24.73median pay per hour, Casper
- $18–$32typical range per hour
- 50employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Casper, WY
The metro median is 21% below the Wyoming statewide median of $31.40 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.75 per hour. BLS counts about 50 clinical laboratory technologists and technicians employed in the Casper metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.61).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.75 | $32,760 | 47% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.03 | $37,500 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.73 | $51,440 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.15 | $66,870 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.90 | $80,910 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Casper ranks
- 259th of 355 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 248th of 317 after adjusting for local prices
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 Casper
- Overall prices in Casper run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 74.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.73 median hour buys what $26.36 buys at the national price level, 11% 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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- Per year: $44,514
- Per month: $3,710
- Wyoming has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Casper metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Casper
| 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 Casper
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Casper, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Wyoming Medical Center Casper, WY | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Summit Medical Center Casper, WY | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Wyoming Behavioral Institute Casper, WY | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne, WY | 142 mi | $34.94/hr | 65,704 |
| Rapid City, SD | 177 mi | $25.53/hr | 79,894 |
| Broomfield, CO | 210 mi | — | 78,323 |
| Thornton, CO | 214 mi | — | 146,689 |
| Westminster, CO | 215 mi | — | 115,302 |
| Commerce City, CO | 219 mi | — | 70,245 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs in Wyoming · Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wyoming
Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science or a related science. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wyoming 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 Casper, WY?
Medical Laboratory Scientists in the Casper metro area have a median pay of $24.73 per hour, about $51,440 a year. The middle half earn between $18.03 and $32.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Casper a good place for medical laboratory scientists once cost of living is counted?
Casper ranks 248th of 317 metro areas for medical laboratory scientist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 259th of 355 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical laboratory scientists work in Casper?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Casper, led by Banner Wyoming Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wyoming license to work in Casper 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 Wyoming requires for your role with the Wyoming 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 Casper?
The federal per diem benchmark in Casper 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.
Does Valorem Health place medical laboratory scientists in Casper?
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Your Lab Scientist pay reportCasper, WY · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Memorial Hospital of Carbon CountyRawlins, WY · 2 wage offers$38.42/ hr$38–$39
- Comtrix Solutions, Inc.Worland, WY · 1 wage offer$32.00/ hr$32–$32
- Comtrix Solutions, Inc.Wheatland, WY · 1 wage offer$30.00/ hr$30–$30
- Conexus Medstaff LLCLander, WY · 1 wage offer$27.92/ hr$28–$28
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
6 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in Wyoming, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open Lab Scientist roles
Open Lab Scientist roles near Casper, WY, each with pay, shift and start date, arrive with your report.