Medical Laboratory Scientist salary in North Dakota
Medical Laboratory Scientists in North Dakota earn a median of $29.71 per hour, about $61,790 a year, in line with the U.S. median of $29.75. The middle half earn between $23.70 and $36.99 per hour. The highest median among North Dakota metro areas is in Minot, ND, at $29.90 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $29.71median pay per hour
- $61,790median pay per year
- 1,160employed in North Dakota
- #25of 50 states by median pay
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in North Dakota: percentiles
| Level | North Dakota per hour | North Dakota per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.66 | $36,730 | $18.28 |
| Lower quartile | $23.70 | $49,300 | $22.39 |
| Median | $29.71 | $61,790 | $29.75 |
| Upper quartile | $36.99 | $76,940 | $38.46 |
| Top 10% | $41.61 | $86,550 | $47.11 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay by metro area in North Dakota
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs North Dakota median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minot, ND | $29.90 | $62,200 | 70 | 1% above | $34.36 |
| Bismarck, ND | $29.83 | $62,040 | 250 | in line with | $32.77 |
| Grand Forks, ND-MN | $29.25 | $60,840 | 140 | 2% below | $33.75 |
| Fargo, ND-MN | $29.10 | $60,520 | 510 | 2% below | $32.02 |
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 North Dakota
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with North Dakota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $35.98 | $74,840 | 21% above North Dakota |
| Montana | $31.39 | $65,290 | 6% above North Dakota |
| South Dakota | $27.66 | $57,540 | 7% below North Dakota |
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Common questions
How much does a medical laboratory scientist make in North Dakota?
The median is $29.71 per hour, about $61,790 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.66 and the top 10% earn over $41.61 (BLS, May 2024).
Which North Dakota city pays medical laboratory scientists the most?
Among North Dakota metro areas, Minot, ND has the highest median at $29.90 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does North Dakota rank for medical laboratory scientist pay?
North Dakota ranks 25th 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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- Altru Health SystemGrand Forks, ND · 2 wage offers$36.54/ hr$36–$38
- McKenzie County Healthcare Systems, IncWatford, ND · 3 wage offers$35.74/ hr$34–$50
- Trinity HealthMinot, ND · 5 wage offers$34.74/ hr$28–$37
- Mercy Medical CenterWilliston, ND · 5 wage offers$33.68/ hr$27–$35
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78 employer-reported wage offers for Lab Scientist in federal filings in North Dakota, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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