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

A Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist's salary grows with experience: a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist (0-2 years)earns $58,721, a Laboratory Assistant II (2-4 years)earns $70,976, a Laboratory Assistant III (4-7 years)earns $88,934, a Laboratory Assistant IV (7+ years)earns $110,188,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist?

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist roles are District of Columbia $64,658, California $64,413, Massachusetts $63,554. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist roles make?

Salaries for Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist level roles vary by specialization: Lab Director: $144,488; Lab Manager: $121,245; Lab Cytotechnologist: $97,300; Lab Supervisor: $83,954; Lab Assistant: $68,120.

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist in Delaware is $59,139 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,009
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,830 to $64,829
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,085

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Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,829	$5,402	$1,247	$31
Average	$59,139	$4,928	$1,137	$28
25th Percentile	$52,830	$4,402	$1,016	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Salaries

A Lab Assistant/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 Do Lab Assistant/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 Lab Assistant/Phlebotomists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,658.
California: $64,413.
Massachusetts: $63,554.

District of Columbia $64,658 California $64,413 Massachusetts $63,554 Washington $63,321 New Jersey $63,297 Alaska $63,215 Connecticut $62,410 New York $62,082

Hawaii $61,037 Rhode Island $60,547 Maryland $60,214 Minnesota $59,758 Colorado $59,583 Illinois $59,525 Oregon $59,303 Delaware $59,139

New Hampshire $59,036 Virginia $58,806 Pennsylvania $58,135 Nevada $57,796 North Dakota $57,685 Michigan $57,510 Wisconsin $57,446 Vermont $57,317

Texas $56,961 Maine $56,938 Arizona $56,903 Ohio $56,862 Georgia $56,324 Indiana $56,056 Wyoming $56,003 Utah $55,922

Iowa $55,887 Kansas $55,606 Louisiana $55,524 North Carolina $55,495 Missouri $55,484 Florida $55,256 Montana $55,133 Nebraska $55,016

Kentucky $54,952 South Carolina $54,719 Tennessee $54,573 Idaho $54,514 New Mexico $54,088 Oklahoma $53,994 Alabama $53,650 South Dakota $53,072

Arkansas $52,756 West Virginia $52,587 Mississippi $52,079

Top Paying Cities for Lab Assistant/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: $61,207
Little Creek: $60,640
Magnolia: $60,891

Lincoln, DE $61,207 Little Creek, DE $60,640 Magnolia, DE $60,891 Milford, DE $61,207 Marydel, DE $60,412 Millsboro, DE $61,207 Millville, DE $61,615 Milton, DE $61,207

Nassau, DE $61,207 Ocean View, DE $61,615 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,615 Seaford, DE $60,564 Selbyville, DE $61,615 Smyrna, DE $60,342 Viola, DE $60,891 Woodside, DE $60,716

Bear, DE $59,898 Newark, DE $59,922 Claymont, DE $59,968 Delaware City, DE $59,922 Hockessin, DE $59,968 Kirkwood, DE $59,922 Middletown, DE $60,220 Montchanin, DE $59,968

New Castle, DE $59,968 Odessa, DE $60,301 Port Penn, DE $59,758 Rockland, DE $59,968 Saint Georges, DE $59,922 Townsend, DE $60,214 Winterthur, DE $59,968 Lewes, DE $61,207

Wilmington, DE $59,968 Dover, DE $60,611 Dover Afb, DE $60,751 Bethany Beach, DE $61,615 Bethel, DE $60,564 Bridgeville, DE $61,207 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,675 Cheswold, DE $60,471

Clayton, DE $60,319 Dagsboro, DE $61,615 Delmar, DE $60,564 Ellendale, DE $61,207 Felton, DE $61,207 Fenwick Island, DE $61,615 Frankford, DE $61,615 Frederica, DE $61,207

Georgetown, DE $61,207 Greenwood, DE $61,207 Harbeson, DE $61,207 Harrington, DE $61,207 Hartly, DE $60,290 Houston, DE $61,207 Kenton, DE $60,319 Laurel, DE $60,564

Yorklyn, DE $59,968

Lab Assistant/Phlebotomist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lab Assistant/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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$52,830

Average $59,139/year

$64,829

$4,402

Average $4,928/month

$5,402

$1,016

Average $1,137/week

$1,247

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,829	$5,402	$1,247	$31
Average	$59,139	$4,928	$1,137	$28
25th Percentile	$52,830	$4,402	$1,016	$25

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