Phlebotomists Salary in Fresno, CA

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

Median annual salary $48,160 +10.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.16
10th percentile $39,360
90th percentile $58,900
Employed locally 420
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,360
    25th
    $44,120
    50th (median)
    $48,160
    75th
    $54,810
    90th
    $58,900

    Fresno economic context

    Unemployment rate 7.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,897 2023 • Census ACS
    Phlebotomists salary vs area income 67% Median Phlebotomists salary is 33% 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 Fresno, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,280
    Nursing Assistants$42,840
    Medical Assistants$44,700
    Dental Assistants$46,730
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$47,790
    Medical Equipment Preparers$48,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in Fresno?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in Fresno, CA is $23.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.90 or more per hour.

    Is Fresno above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in Fresno, CA is 10.3% 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 Fresno?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $39,360 per year in Fresno, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,120.