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Average Clinical Laboratory Scientist Salary

$73.09/hour

The average salary for a Clinical Laboratory Scientist is $73.09 per hour. This is 37% higher than the practicing US average of $45.76.

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Clinical Laboratory Scientist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$73.09/hour

37% higher than the practicing US average.

$45.76/hour

United States

Where do Clinical Lab Scientists get paid the most?

Only California reports pay data for Clinical Laboratory Scientists, averaging $67 per hour. California also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $86. For comparison, the national average for Clinical Laboratory Scientists is $73 per hour — California pays 8% less.

State	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
California	$67	$86

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Clinical Laboratory Scientist jobs?

Tenet North Cal pays Clinical Laboratory Scientists the most, averaging $67 per hour, followed by Adventist Health ($63) and Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($53). Tenet North Cal also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $73. For comparison, the national average for Clinical Laboratory Scientists is $73 per hour — Tenet North Cal pays 8% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet North Cal	$67	$73
Adventist Health	$63	$66
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$53	$53
Tenet Desert	$52	$55
Patterns Hiring - Perm	$44	$44

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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