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Phlebotomist salary
Phlebotomists draw blood for tests, transfusions, donations, and research.
Median annual
$42,000
Median hourly
$20
Top 10% earn
$55,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$34,000
Median$42,000
Top 10%$55,000
Phlebotomist salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $35,300 | $17 | -16% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $39,100 | $19 | -7% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $44,000 | $21 | +5% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $51,600 | $25 | +23% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified phlebotomists, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Postsecondary certificate program plus certification in most states.
Job outlook
8% growth through 2033 — faster than average.
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