What are the main factors that influence a Phlebotomist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Phlebotomist's salary?

A Phlebotomist's salary grows with experience: a Phlebotomist (0-0 years)earns $42,019, a Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years)earns $43,149, a Medical Lab Technician I (1-3 years)earns $48,256, a Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years)earns $56,254,

What are the highest paying states for a Phlebotomist?

Phlebotomist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Phlebotomist roles are District of Columbia $45,836, California $45,662, Massachusetts $45,053. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Phlebotomist roles make?

Salaries for Phlebotomist level roles vary by specialization: Phlebotomist I: $41,922; Certified Phlebotomist: $41,400; Traveling Phlebotomist: $40,976; Float Phlebotomist: $40,976; Travel Phlebotomist: $40,976.

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Phlebotomist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Phlebotomist make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Phlebotomist in Delaware is $42,019 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Phlebotomist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,509
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,994 to $45,416
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,240

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Phlebotomist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,416	$3,785	$873	$22
Average	$42,019	$3,502	$808	$20
25th Percentile	$38,994	$3,250	$750	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Phlebotomist Salaries

A Phlebotomist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Phlebotomist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Phlebotomist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Phlebotomist (0-0 years): $42,019
Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years): $43,149
Medical Lab Technician I (1-3 years): $48,256
Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years): $56,254

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Phlebotomist	0-0 years	$42,019
Hospital Lab Clerk	0-1 years	$43,149
Medical Lab Technician I	1-3 years	$48,256
Medical Lab Technician II	3-5 years	$56,254

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How Do Phlebotomist Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Phlebotomists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,836.
California: $45,662.
Massachusetts: $45,053.

District of Columbia $45,836 California $45,662 Massachusetts $45,053 Washington $44,888 New Jersey $44,871 Alaska $44,813 Connecticut $44,242 New York $44,010

Hawaii $43,269 Rhode Island $42,921 Maryland $42,685 Minnesota $42,363 Colorado $42,238 Illinois $42,197 Oregon $42,040 Delaware $41,924

New Hampshire $41,851 Virginia $41,688 Pennsylvania $41,212 Nevada $40,972 North Dakota $40,893 Michigan $40,769 Wisconsin $40,723 Vermont $40,632

Texas $40,380 Maine $40,363 Arizona $40,338 Ohio $40,309 Georgia $39,928 Indiana $39,738 Wyoming $39,701 Utah $39,643

Iowa $39,618 Kansas $39,419 Louisiana $39,361 North Carolina $39,341 Missouri $39,332 Florida $39,171 Montana $39,084 Nebraska $39,001

Kentucky $38,956 South Carolina $38,790 Tennessee $38,686 Idaho $38,645 New Mexico $38,343 Oklahoma $38,277 Alabama $38,032 South Dakota $37,623

Arkansas $37,399 West Virginia $37,279 Mississippi $36,919

Top Paying Cities for Phlebotomists

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $43,389
Little Creek: $42,988
Magnolia: $43,166

Lincoln, DE $43,389 Little Creek, DE $42,988 Magnolia, DE $43,166 Milford, DE $43,389 Marydel, DE $42,826 Millsboro, DE $43,389 Millville, DE $43,679 Milton, DE $43,389

Nassau, DE $43,389 Ocean View, DE $43,679 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,679 Seaford, DE $42,934 Selbyville, DE $43,679 Smyrna, DE $42,777 Viola, DE $43,166 Woodside, DE $43,042

Bear, DE $42,462 Newark, DE $42,478 Claymont, DE $42,512 Delaware City, DE $42,478 Hockessin, DE $42,512 Kirkwood, DE $42,478 Middletown, DE $42,690 Montchanin, DE $42,512

New Castle, DE $42,512 Odessa, DE $42,748 Port Penn, DE $42,363 Rockland, DE $42,512 Saint Georges, DE $42,478 Townsend, DE $42,685 Winterthur, DE $42,512 Lewes, DE $43,389

Wilmington, DE $42,512 Dover, DE $42,967 Dover Afb, DE $43,066 Bethany Beach, DE $43,679 Bethel, DE $42,934 Bridgeville, DE $43,389 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,013 Cheswold, DE $42,868

Clayton, DE $42,760 Dagsboro, DE $43,679 Delmar, DE $42,934 Ellendale, DE $43,389 Felton, DE $43,389 Fenwick Island, DE $43,679 Frankford, DE $43,679 Frederica, DE $43,389

Georgetown, DE $43,389 Greenwood, DE $43,389 Harbeson, DE $43,389 Harrington, DE $43,389 Hartly, DE $42,739 Houston, DE $43,389 Kenton, DE $42,760 Laurel, DE $42,934

Yorklyn, DE $42,512

Phlebotomist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Phlebotomist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$38,994

Average $42,019/year

$45,416

$3,250

Average $3,502/month

$3,785

$750

Average $808/week

$873

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,416	$3,785	$873	$22
Average	$42,019	$3,502	$808	$20
25th Percentile	$38,994	$3,250	$750	$19

Phlebotomist Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Phlebotomist, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Hospital Lab Clerk role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $43,149 - a projected growth of 3% over your current level.

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