Average Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist Salary

$2,001/week

The average salary for a Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist is $2,001 per week. This is 27% lower than the practicing US average of $2,532.

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Based on 121 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$2,001/week

27% lower than the practicing US average.

$2,532/week

United States

Where do Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists get paid the most?

Washington pays Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists the most, averaging $3,412 per week, followed by Pennsylvania ($2,927) and Arizona ($2,617). Pennsylvania has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,473. For comparison, the national average for Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists is $2,001 per week — Washington pays 71% more.

StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Washington$3,412$3,412
Pennsylvania$2,927$3,473
Arizona$2,617$2,710
Texas$2,337$2,337
California$2,177$2,243
Maine$2,160$2,203
Massachusetts$2,069$2,410
Oregon$2,047$2,397
Wisconsin$2,029$2,029
Montana$2,005$2,401
West Virginia$2,005$2,005
Alaska$2,003$2,107
Illinois$1,999$1,999
Colorado$1,947$1,947
Michigan$1,889$2,214
What cities pay the most for Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists?

Tuba City, Arizona pays Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists the most, averaging $2,617 per week, followed by Eureka, California ($2,243) and Fullerton, California ($2,243). Tuba City, Arizona also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,710. For comparison, the national average for Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists is $2,001 per week — Tuba City, Arizona pays 31% more.

CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Tuba City, Arizona$2,617$2,710
Eureka, California$2,243$2,243
Fullerton, California$2,243$2,243
Arcata, California$2,235$2,235
Shreveport, Louisiana$2,157$2,175
Royal Oak, Michigan$2,147$2,147
Orange, California$2,114$2,243
Metairie, Louisiana$1,929$1,929
Indianapolis, Indiana$1,894$2,140
Taos, New Mexico$1,867$2,050
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs?

GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy pays Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists the most, averaging $3,293 per week, followed by ProKatchers ($2,710) and GlobalPoint ($2,700). GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,473. For comparison, the national average for Travel Medical Laboratory Scientists is $2,001 per week — GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy pays 65% more.

Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy$3,293$3,473
ProKatchers$2,710$2,710
GlobalPoint$2,700$2,700
Level 1$2,440$2,440
Bestica$2,401$2,401
Integrated Healthcare Services$2,368$2,368
3B Healthcare Inc.$2,356$2,356
Patterns Hiring$2,320$2,320
Medlivo$2,280$2,280
Trusted Resource Associates (TRA)$2,214$2,214

Last updated on November 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist FAQs

What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Medical Laboratory Scientist?

Medical laboratory scientist can specialize in several fields, so numerous certifications may potentially increase your salary or qualify you for roles with greater responsibilities and better wages. The American Society for Clinical Pathology offers numerous professional certificates by specialty, including:

  • Technologist in Blood Banking (BB)

  • Technologist in Chemistry (C)

  • Diplomate in Laboratory Management (DLM)

  • Technologist in Hematology (H)

  • Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM)

  • Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB)

  • Histotechnician (HT)

Where can I learn more about working as a Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.