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Phlebotomists Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for Phlebotomists in the United States is $45,230 per year, about $22 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $38,190 and $48,930 a year.

Median annual salary
$45,230
~$22/hr · ~$3,769/mo
Total US jobs
139.7K
Faster than average
Education
Postsecondary certificate
Growth: +6%

Salary range

10th %ile
$35,780
25th %ile
$38,190
Median
$45,230
75th %ile
$48,930
90th %ile
$58,780

Highest-paying US metros for Phlebotomists

MetroLocal salary
Redding, CA$59,320
Chico, CA$59,100
Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA$62,350
Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA$60,290
Vallejo, CA$59,920
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA$60,600
Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA$59,800
Barnstable Town, MA$53,500
Grand Forks, ND-MN$47,040
Decatur, IL$47,720

Frequently asked questions

How much do Phlebotomists make in the US?

The median salary is $45,230 per year (about $22 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $38,190 and $48,930 a year.

How much do Phlebotomists make per hour?

About $22 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $45,230 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Phlebotomists?

Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary certificate, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)