Phlebotomists Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,230 -14.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.90
10th percentile $31,200
90th percentile $45,820
Employed locally 90
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,200
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $37,230
    75th
    $43,830
    90th
    $45,820

    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 $33,600
    Nursing Assistants $35,740
    Medical Assistants $37,380
    Dental Assistants $45,300
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,980
    Massage Therapists $38,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in East Tennessee is $17.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.42 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in East Tennessee is 14.7% 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 East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $31,200 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.