Phlebotomists Salary in Chico, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Chico, CA

Median annual salary $52,060 +19.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.03
10th percentile $39,410
90th percentile $70,060
Employed locally 70
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,410
    25th
    $44,880
    50th (median)
    $52,060
    75th
    $59,210
    90th
    $70,060

    Chico economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,574 2023 • Census ACS
    Phlebotomists salary vs area income 76% Median Phlebotomists salary is 24% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Phlebotomists salary comparison

    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

    Related occupations in Chico, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,410
    Nursing Assistants$44,010
    Medical Assistants$46,000
    Dental Assistants$48,090
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$45,150
    Medical Equipment Preparers$51,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in Chico?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in Chico, CA is $25.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.63 or more per hour.

    Is Chico above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in Chico, CA is 19.2% above 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 Chico?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $39,410 per year in Chico, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,880.