Phlebotomists in the United States make an average annual salary of about $43,660, which translates to roughly $20.99 per hour according to the latest data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
. Other sources report similar figures, with median annual salaries around $43,130 and hourly wages near $20.74
. Salary varies based on experience, location, and workplace type:
- Entry-level phlebotomists earn about $14.66 per hour, while those with over 20 years of experience can make around $20.51 per hour
- Work setting matters: outpatient care centers pay the highest median annual salary at $48,450, followed by medical labs at $45,700, and hospitals at $41,490
- Geographic location also influences pay. The highest-paying states include California ($52,370), Washington ($50,800), and New York ($50,110)
- Top-paying cities in California can offer salaries up to $60,600 annually
In summary, phlebotomist salaries typically range from about $30,000 to over $50,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and employer
. For reference, in England, the average phlebotomist salary is about £24,760 per year
