Medical Laboratory Scientist salary in Rhode Island
Medical Laboratory Scientists in Rhode Island earn a median of $39.05 per hour, about $81,220 a year, 31% above the U.S. median of $29.75. The middle half earn between $30.98 and $47.11 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $39.05median pay per hour
- $81,220median pay per year
- 1,130employed in Rhode Island
- #2of 50 states by median pay
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay in Rhode Island: percentiles
| Level | Rhode Island per hour | Rhode Island per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.85 | $51,690 | $18.28 |
| Lower quartile | $30.98 | $64,440 | $22.39 |
| Median | $39.05 | $81,220 | $29.75 |
| Upper quartile | $47.11 | $97,990 | $38.46 |
| Top 10% | $56.81 | $118,160 | $47.11 |
Medical Laboratory Scientist pay by metro area in Rhode Island
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Rhode Island median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence-Warwick, RI-MA | $37.91 | $78,850 | 1,580 | 3% below | $37.25 |
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 Rhode Island
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $36.16 | $75,200 | 7% below Rhode Island |
| Massachusetts | $33.54 | $69,760 | 14% below Rhode Island |
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Common questions
How much does a medical laboratory scientist make in Rhode Island?
The median is $39.05 per hour, about $81,220 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $24.85 and the top 10% earn over $56.81 (BLS, May 2024).
Where does Rhode Island rank for medical laboratory scientist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 2nd 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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- O'Grady Peyton InternationalNewport, RI · 1 wage offer$38.00/ hr$38–$38
- O'Grady Peyton InternationalProvidence, RI · 1 wage offer$38.00/ hr$38–$38
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 3 postings$82.53/ hr$66–$99
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