Medical Laboratory Scientist salary in Maryland
Medical Laboratory Scientists in Maryland earn a median of $28.92 per hour, about $60,150 a year, 3% below the U.S. median of $29.75. The middle half earn between $21.39 and $39.20 per hour. The highest median among Maryland metro areas is in Lexington Park, MD, at $29.19 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $28.92median pay per hour
- $60,150median pay per year
- 7,150employed in Maryland
- #30of 50 states by median pay
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Maryland: percentiles
| Level | Maryland per hour | Maryland per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.13 | $33,550 | $18.28 |
| Lower quartile | $21.39 | $44,490 | $22.39 |
| Median | $28.92 | $60,150 | $29.75 |
| Upper quartile | $39.20 | $81,540 | $38.46 |
| Top 10% | $45.78 | $95,220 | $47.11 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay by metro area in Maryland
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maryland median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park, MD | $29.19 | $60,710 | 90 | 1% above | — |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $25.57 | $53,190 | 4,680 | 12% below | $24.47 |
| Salisbury, MD | $25.44 | $52,910 | 90 | 12% below | $26.61 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $22.62 | $47,050 | 220 | 22% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in states next to Maryland
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $32.23 | $67,040 | 11% above Maryland |
| District of Columbia | $37.81 | $78,630 | 31% above Maryland |
| Pennsylvania | $29.58 | $61,520 | 2% above Maryland |
| Virginia | $29.19 | $60,720 | 1% above Maryland |
| West Virginia | $28.96 | $60,240 | in line with Maryland |
What employers are posting in Maryland
- 9roles with published pay
- $36.60median pay per hour
- $30–$44typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Health | 3 | $36.60 |
| University of Maryland Medical System | 2 | $36.31 |
| Quest Diagnostics | 2 | $40.52 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $39.05 |
| Labcorp | 1 | $37.75 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 9 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a medical laboratory scientist make in Maryland?
The median is $28.92 per hour, about $60,150 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $16.13 and the top 10% earn over $45.78 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maryland city pays medical laboratory scientists the most?
Among Maryland metro areas, Lexington Park, MD has the highest median at $29.19 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maryland rank for medical laboratory scientist pay?
Maryland ranks 30th of 50 states by median medical laboratory scientist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Mercy Medical Center, Inc.Baltimore, MD · 2 wage offers$40.68/ hr$40–$42
- Frederick Health Hospital, Inc.Frederick, MD · 4 wage offers$40.65/ hr$35–$42
- Quest DiagnosticsSilver Spring, MD · 2 postings$40.52/ hr$29–$53
- The Johns Hopkins HospitalBaltimore, MD · 2 wage offers$38.21/ hr$32–$53
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