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Job outlook for phlebotomists in the United States
Phlebotomist job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected phlebotomist job growth rate is 10% from 2018-2028.
About 13,900 new jobs for phlebotomists are projected over the next decade.
Phlebotomist salaries have increased 11% for phlebotomists in the last 5 years.
There are over 156,433 phlebotomists currently employed in the United States.
There are 11,707 active phlebotomist job openings in the US.
The average phlebotomist salary is $33,713.
Are phlebotomist jobs in demand?
Phlebotomist job and salary trends over time
Phlebotomist jobs over time
Phlebotomist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 156,433 | 0.05% |
| 2020 | 152,049 | 0.05% |
| 2019 | 152,331 | 0.05% |
| 2018 | 148,574 | 0.04% |
| 2017 | 145,598 | 0.04% |
Average phlebotomist salary over time
Phlebotomist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,713 | $16.21 | +2.3% |
| 2024 | $32,961 | $15.85 | +3.0% |
| 2023 | $32,005 | $15.39 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $31,253 | $15.03 | +2.9% |
| 2021 | $30,362 | $14.60 | +3.4% |
Phlebotomist jobs by state
Most common states for phlebotomists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 652 | 49% |
| 2 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 635 | 47% |
| 3 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 2,871 | 42% |
| 4 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 2,049 | 37% |
| 5 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 2,292 | 34% |
| 6 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 1,133 | 32% |
| 7 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 328 | 31% |
| 8 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 815 | 28% |
| 9 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 2,029 | 27% |
| 10 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 2,559 | 26% |
| 11 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,382 | 25% |
| 12 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 447 | 25% |
| 13 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 1,414 | 24% |
| 14 | Arizona | 7,016,270 | 1,646 | 23% |
| 15 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 718 | 23% |
| 16 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 237 | 23% |
| 17 | Florida | 20,984,400 | 4,713 | 22% |
| 18 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 2,771 | 22% |
| 19 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 413 | 22% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 136 | 22% |
Most common cities for phlebotomists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | 15 | 61% | $41,116 |
| 2 | Needham | 12 | 42% | $41,111 |
| 3 | Bangor | 13 | 41% | $33,664 |
| 4 | Saginaw | 16 | 33% | $34,080 |
| 5 | Lewiston | 11 | 30% | $34,010 |
| 6 | Westland | 11 | 13% | $33,752 |
| 7 | Springfield | 14 | 9% | $41,102 |
| 8 | Grand Rapids | 12 | 6% | $33,760 |
| 9 | Rochester | 12 | 6% | $40,613 |
| 10 | Baltimore | 19 | 3% | $37,197 |
| 11 | Boston | 17 | 3% | $41,105 |
| 12 | Atlanta | 11 | 2% | $29,478 |
| 13 | Miami | 10 | 2% | $28,670 |
| 14 | Houston | 13 | 1% | $27,905 |
| 15 | Indianapolis | 10 | 1% | $31,427 |
| 16 | Chicago | 11 | 0% | $33,593 |
Phlebotomist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of phlebotomist experts
Midstate College
Pennsylvania State University - Hazleton
Spokane Community College
What general advice would you give to a Phlebotomist?
Eve Leija AAS, NCMA: To maximize salary for a medical assistant obtaining certification from one of the credentialing organizations such as American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) can make a new hire more competitive. Continuing educations along with developing any specialized skills such as phlebotomy. Demonstrating professionalism initiative and reliability, along with gaining a strong reference from previous employers.
What will help Phlebotomists increase their earning potential?
Eve Leija AAS, NCMA: To meet the demands of evolving healthcare and provide high-quality care to patients technological proficiency (EHR systems, Telehealth support), clinical skills (any skills that can enhance what you’ve learned in school. Phlebotomy, point of care testing devices), communication and soft skills (adaptability, problem-solving, empathy and compassion) are a must. I feel a lot of the younger generation lacks the soft skills needed in healthcare/professional jobs. Administrative skills and patient care and safety (infections control and chronic disease management).
What will help Phlebotomists increase their earning potential?
Janice Noteboom, MHA/Ed., CMA (AAMA): Medical Assistants
have become a vital member to any health care team! Below are some specific
educational areas and training that a face-to-face or hybrid Medical Assistant
Program offers and what students will do on a daily basis (or during class and lab
sessions) that will help provide training quality assurance: (these are just some of
the areas of training and education that students will receive in an CAAHEP
(Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited
Medical Assistant Program:
Interacting with patients
Hands-on training with hypodermic needles used for injections and
venipuncture
Using other medical equipment like the various thermometers, pulse
oximeter, EKG machine, nebulizer, etc.
Experience with scheduling/accounting/EMR software applications
Students learn and practice many clinical procedures like patient transfers,
wound care, disease transmission prevention, completion of various
requisitions for medical testing, emergency procedures, caring for adult
and pediatric patients, and much more.
Students also learn and practice Pharmacology procedures which include
medication administration, adult and pediatric medication dosing,
medication uses, side effects/adverse effects/toxicity/etc.
Laboratory Procedures allows students to learn and practice how to
perform Point-of-Care testing, venipuncture, laboratory testing results,
urinalysis, etc.
Finally, Students will complete a Medical Assistant Program Externship at
a medical office/hospital/urgent care/specialty clinic to practice the skills
and training in real life.
Jamie Myers
Education Program Associate, Allied Health CoordinatorPennsylvania State University - Hazleton
Continuing Education Department
What skills stand out on Phlebotomist resumes?
Jamie Myers: Bilingual, Phlebotomy, EKGs.
What skills will help Phlebotomists earn the most?
Jamie Myers: Bilingual, Phlebotomy, and Computer.
What's a good job out of college for Phlebotomists?
Elizabeth Curtin: There are many healthcare-related jobs, as nursing isn't the only one where we are seeing a shortage. There is a need for pharmacy techs, respiratory therapists, lab techs, phlebotomists, the list goes on. Also construction always needs skilled workers. My son has worked continually with a company that does fireproofing and construction and hasn't missed a paycheck since the pandemic started.