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 $41,879, a Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years)earns $43,052, a Medical Lab Technician I (1-3 years)earns $48,169, a Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years)earns $56,133,

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 $45,787, California $45,613, Massachusetts $45,006. 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 Specialist: $42,551; Registered Phlebotomist: $41,889; Float Phlebotomist: $41,813; Certified Phlebotomist: $41,400; Traveling Phlebotomist: $41,267.

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Phlebotomist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Phlebotomist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Phlebotomist in Delaware is $41,879 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): $48,413
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,892 to $45,299
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,172

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Phlebotomist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,299	$3,775	$871	$22
Average	$41,879	$3,490	$805	$20
25th Percentile	$38,892	$3,241	$748	$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): $41,879
Hospital Lab Clerk (0-1 years): $43,052
Medical Lab Technician I (1-3 years): $48,169
Medical Lab Technician II (3-5 years): $56,133

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Phlebotomist	0-0 years	$41,879
Hospital Lab Clerk	0-1 years	$43,052
Medical Lab Technician I	1-3 years	$48,169
Medical Lab Technician II	3-5 years	$56,133

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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: $45,787.
California: $45,613.
Massachusetts: $45,006.

District of Columbia $45,787 California $45,613 Massachusetts $45,006 Washington $44,840 New Jersey $44,824 Alaska $44,766 Connecticut $44,195 New York $43,963

Hawaii $43,223 Rhode Island $42,876 Maryland $42,640 Minnesota $42,318 Colorado $42,193 Illinois $42,152 Oregon $41,995 Delaware $41,879

New Hampshire $41,806 Virginia $41,643 Pennsylvania $41,168 Nevada $40,928 North Dakota $40,849 Michigan $40,725 Wisconsin $40,680 Vermont $40,589

Texas $40,337 Maine $40,320 Arizona $40,295 Ohio $40,266 Georgia $39,886 Indiana $39,696 Wyoming $39,658 Utah $39,601

Iowa $39,576 Kansas $39,377 Louisiana $39,319 North Carolina $39,299 Missouri $39,290 Florida $39,129 Montana $39,042 Nebraska $38,960

Kentucky $38,914 South Carolina $38,749 Tennessee $38,645 Idaho $38,604 New Mexico $38,302 Oklahoma $38,236 Alabama $37,992 South Dakota $37,583

Arkansas $37,359 West Virginia $37,239 Mississippi $36,879

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: $43,343
Little Creek: $42,942
Magnolia: $43,120

Lincoln, DE $43,343 Little Creek, DE $42,942 Magnolia, DE $43,120 Milford, DE $43,343 Marydel, DE $42,781 Millsboro, DE $43,343 Millville, DE $43,633 Milton, DE $43,343

Nassau, DE $43,343 Ocean View, DE $43,633 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,633 Seaford, DE $42,888 Selbyville, DE $43,633 Smyrna, DE $42,731 Viola, DE $43,120 Woodside, DE $42,996

Bear, DE $42,417 Newark, DE $42,433 Claymont, DE $42,466 Delaware City, DE $42,433 Hockessin, DE $42,466 Kirkwood, DE $42,433 Middletown, DE $42,644 Montchanin, DE $42,466

New Castle, DE $42,466 Odessa, DE $42,702 Port Penn, DE $42,318 Rockland, DE $42,466 Saint Georges, DE $42,433 Townsend, DE $42,640 Winterthur, DE $42,466 Lewes, DE $43,343

Wilmington, DE $42,466 Dover, DE $42,921 Dover Afb, DE $43,021 Bethany Beach, DE $43,633 Bethel, DE $42,888 Bridgeville, DE $43,343 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,967 Cheswold, DE $42,822

Clayton, DE $42,715 Dagsboro, DE $43,633 Delmar, DE $42,888 Ellendale, DE $43,343 Felton, DE $43,343 Fenwick Island, DE $43,633 Frankford, DE $43,633 Frederica, DE $43,343

Georgetown, DE $43,343 Greenwood, DE $43,343 Harbeson, DE $43,343 Harrington, DE $43,343 Hartly, DE $42,694 Houston, DE $43,343 Kenton, DE $42,715 Laurel, DE $42,888

Yorklyn, DE $42,466

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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$38,892

Average $41,879/year

$45,299

$3,241

Average $3,490/month

$3,775

$748

Average $805/week

$871

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,299	$3,775	$871	$22
Average	$41,879	$3,490	$805	$20
25th Percentile	$38,892	$3,241	$748	$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 $43,052 - a projected growth of 3% over your current level.

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