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Job outlook for certified phlebotomy technicians in the United States
Certified phlebotomy technician job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected certified phlebotomy technician job growth rate is 10% from 2018-2028.
About 13,900 new jobs for certified phlebotomy technicians are projected over the next decade.
Certified phlebotomy technician salaries have increased 7% for certified phlebotomy technicians in the last 5 years.
There are over 21,019 certified phlebotomy technicians currently employed in the United States.
There are 100,272 active certified phlebotomy technician job openings in the US.
The average certified phlebotomy technician salary is $39,656.
Are certified phlebotomy technician jobs in demand?
Certified phlebotomy technician job and salary trends over time
Certified phlebotomy technician jobs over time
Certified phlebotomy technician job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 21,019 | 0.01% |
| 2020 | 21,329 | 0.01% |
| 2019 | 21,324 | 0.01% |
| 2018 | 20,984 | 0.01% |
| 2017 | 20,987 | 0.01% |
Average certified phlebotomy technician salary over time
Certified phlebotomy technician salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,656 | $19.07 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $38,578 | $18.55 | --0.7% |
| 2023 | $38,856 | $18.68 | +2.5% |
| 2022 | $37,891 | $18.22 | +2.0% |
| 2021 | $37,161 | $17.87 | --0.1% |
Certified phlebotomy technician jobs by state
Most common states for certified phlebotomy technicians
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 285 | 33% |
| 2 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 1,994 | 30% |
| 3 | Delaware | 961,939 | 276 | 29% |
| 4 | Alaska | 739,795 | 214 | 29% |
| 5 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 373 | 28% |
| 6 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 2,766 | 27% |
| 7 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 2,211 | 26% |
| 8 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 1,585 | 26% |
| 9 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 3,231 | 25% |
| 10 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 2,226 | 25% |
| 11 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 748 | 24% |
| 12 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,590 | 23% |
| 13 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 956 | 23% |
| 14 | Vermont | 623,657 | 141 | 23% |
| 15 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 690 | 22% |
| 16 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 151 | 22% |
| 17 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,263 | 21% |
| 18 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 937 | 21% |
| 19 | New York | 19,849,399 | 3,972 | 20% |
| 20 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 266 | 20% |
Most common cities for certified phlebotomy technicians
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlingame | 3 | 10% | $44,478 |
| 2 | Menlo Park | 2 | 6% | $44,477 |
| 3 | Coronado | 1 | 4% | $41,934 |
| 4 | La Mesa | 2 | 3% | $41,902 |
| 5 | Arcadia | 1 | 2% | $42,684 |
| 6 | Oxnard | 2 | 1% | $43,226 |
| 7 | Pasadena | 2 | 1% | $42,736 |
| 8 | Chico | 1 | 1% | $43,131 |
| 9 | San Diego | 4 | 0% | $41,959 |
| 10 | Los Angeles | 2 | 0% | $42,821 |
| 11 | San Jose | 2 | 0% | $44,432 |
| 12 | Anaheim | 1 | 0% | $42,555 |
| 13 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $30,387 |
| 14 | Birmingham | 1 | 0% | $30,301 |
| 15 | Boston | 1 | 0% | $41,483 |
| 16 | Chula Vista | 1 | 0% | $41,900 |
Certified Phlebotomy Technician job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of certified phlebotomy technician experts
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Missouri University of Science and Technology
Palm Beach State College
The University of New Hampshire's Central Science
Dr. Luis Rogelio Cruz-Vera
Associate ProfessorUniversity of Alabama in Huntsville
Department of Biological Sciences
What soft skills should all Certified Phlebotomy Technicians possess?
Dr. Luis Rogelio Cruz-Vera: Planification.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Certified Phlebotomy Technicians?
Dr. Luis Rogelio Cruz-Vera: Pipetting, quantitative analysis, computer writing.
What skills will help Certified Phlebotomy Technicians earn the most?
Dr. Luis Rogelio Cruz-Vera: Commitment.
Robyn Tarpley
Director of Health and Medical SciencesPennsylvania Institute of Technology
Health and Medical Sciences Department
What skills stand out on Certified Phlebotomy Technician resumes?
Robyn Tarpley: NHA certification, Phlebotomy certification.
What soft skills should all Certified Phlebotomy Technicians possess?
Robyn Tarpley: Patient Care, communication skills, phone etiquette, critical thinking.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Certified Phlebotomy Technicians?
Robyn Tarpley: The ability to be 9 knowing all aspects of working in a Dr's office from meeting and greeting, collecting patient history, drawing labs, ECG) essentially being well rounded.
What skills will help Certified Phlebotomy Technicians earn the most?
Robyn Tarpley: NHA cert- being assertive and professional.
Dr. Rainer Glaser
Professor and ChairMissouri University of Science and Technology
Chemistry Department
What skills stand out on Certified Phlebotomy Technician resumes?
Dr. Rainer Glaser: Chemistry competence is key, of course. As a close second, chemists need to demonstrate effective team player competence. Communication skills are essential, in conversation and in writing. Effective collaboration requires highly developed skills to work with team members, peers, and leadership.
What type of skills will young Certified Phlebotomy Technicians need?
Dr. Alexandra Gorgevska Ph.D.: Graduates [of all ages] will continue to need hands-on skills, the ability to work both in the group and individual settings, and, most importantly, be curious and teachable. Soft skills have taken on greater importance over the years, so we provide ongoing events for outreach, scientific communication, interview preparation, etc., to help provide students with ways to improve and grow their soft skills.
We are seeing scientific communications transitioning from in-person to remote settings, and our students are excelling at rising to the challenges. South Florida has a diverse life science career field, and our students continue to be well prepared to enter the job market and succeed in their career paths.
How do you envision technology impacting Certified Phlebotomy Technicians in the next 5 years?
Glen P. Miller: The chemistry field is constantly impacted by advancements in scientific instrumentation, hardware, and software, especially those that cut across adjacent fields like biology and materials science. Job seekers should be well-grounded in current technologies while aware of recent developments and trends.