Phlebotomists Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,770 -13.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.16
10th percentile $29,540
90th percentile $46,110
Employed locally 160
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,540
    25th
    $34,630
    50th (median)
    $37,770
    75th
    $43,520
    90th
    $46,110

    Top-paying metros for Phlebotomists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA $61,350
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $61,210
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $60,810
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $59,850
    Napa, CA $59,840
    Redding, CA $58,400

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,460
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    Medical Assistants$36,790
    Dental Assistants$37,320
    Physical Therapist Assistants$66,290
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$29,970

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in Central Kentucky is $18.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.46 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in Central Kentucky is 13.5% below the national median of $43,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Phlebotomists in Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $29,540 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,630.