Phlebotomist Salary in Pennsylvania (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Phlebotomists in Pennsylvania, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Pennsylvania Median
$43,910
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.11
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-3% vs US median
US median $45,230
State Rank
#26 of 51
5,510 employed here

How much does a Phlebotomist make in Pennsylvania?

A Phlebotomist working in Pennsylvania earns a median salary of $43,910 per year, or about $21.11 per hour. That is 3% below the national median of $45,230 for this occupation.

Within Pennsylvania, entry-level pay starts around $37,010 while the top 10% make $50,060 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $38,530 and $47,370 a year.

Phlebotomist salary range in Pennsylvania

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,010$17.79
25th percentile (early career)$38,530$18.52
50th percentile (median)$43,910$21.11
75th percentile (experienced)$47,370$22.77
90th percentile (top earners)$50,060$24.07

How Pennsylvania compares

Pennsylvania ranks 26th out of 51 states and territories for Phlebotomist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1California$56,040
2District of Columbia$51,980
3New York$50,530
4Massachusetts$50,170
5Oregon$49,160

Working as a Phlebotomist in Pennsylvania

Nationally, about 144,000 people work as Phlebotomists in the United States. A certificate or diploma program (usually 6 to 18 months) is the typical entry path.

Considering a move? Compare Pennsylvania pay ($43,910) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Phlebotomist make in Pennsylvania?
The median Phlebotomist salary in Pennsylvania is $43,910 per year, or about $21.11 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,010 at the entry level to $50,060 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Pennsylvania pay compare to the national average?
Pennsylvania pays Phlebotomists about 3% less than the national median of $45,230. Pennsylvania ranks 26th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Phlebotomists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $43,910 a year. About 5,510 Phlebotomists are employed in Pennsylvania. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Pennsylvania?
The highest-paying occupations in Pennsylvania include Cardiologist ($579,120), Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons ($553,740), Anesthesiologist ($461,390), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.