Phlebotomy Lead Salary in the United States

How much does a Phlebotomy Lead make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Phlebotomy Lead in the United States is $40,595 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Phlebotomy Lead's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,984
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,729 to $43,939
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,119
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Phlebotomy Lead Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $43,939 $3,662 $845 $21
Average $40,595 $3,383 $781 $20
25th Percentile $37,729 $3,144 $726 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Phlebotomy Lead Salaries

A Phlebotomy Lead'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Phlebotomy Lead 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 Phlebotomy Leads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $44,947.
  • California: $44,776.
  • Massachusetts: $44,180.

Top Paying Cities for Phlebotomy Leads

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:

  • San Jose: $51,202
  • San Francisco: $50,699
  • Oakland: $49,575

What Skills Can Increase a Phlebotomy Lead's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.88% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Pediatric (Mentioned in 4.02% Job Postings): Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
  • Specimen Processing (Mentioned in 2.46% Job Postings): A specimen processor receives and processes specimens such as blood and urine samples in a laboratory, captures data and handles client and healthcare practitioner inquiries
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.88%
Pediatric 4.02%
Specimen Processing 2.46%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Phlebotomy Lead's salary.
  • Initiative: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Scheduling: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Initiative
$46,278
14%
Coordination
$43,437
7%
Scheduling
$43,437
7%
Problem Solving
$43,031
6%
Long Term Care
$42,625
5%
Collaboration
$42,625
5%
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How Education impacts a Phlebotomy Lead's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Phlebotomy Leads enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Phlebotomy Lead with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $38,262 and $40,561).

Phlebotomy Lead Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Phlebotomy Lead
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 79.8%
Associates 11.9%
Bachelors 6.9%
Masters 0.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Phlebotomy Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Phlebotomy Lead'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

Salary Trends for Phlebotomy Lead

Salaries for a Phlebotomy Lead can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $60,948 in 2023 to around $60,835 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Phlebotomy Lead salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Phlebotomy Lead Over Time

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2023
$60,948
2024
$61,566
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2023 $60,948
2024 $61,566
2025 $60,835
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