Phlebotomists Salary in Modesto, CA

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

Median annual salary $49,010 +12.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.56
10th percentile $40,820
90th percentile $60,470
Employed locally 150
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,820
    25th
    $46,220
    50th (median)
    $49,010
    75th
    $57,460
    90th
    $60,470

    Modesto economic context

    Unemployment rate 6.90% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,661 2023 • Census ACS
    Phlebotomists salary vs area income 62% Median Phlebotomists salary is 38% 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 Modesto, CA

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$33,380
    Medical Assistants$48,530
    Nursing Assistants$45,680
    Dental Assistants$48,650
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$48,920
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$38,410

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in Modesto?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in Modesto, CA is $23.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.73 or more per hour.

    Is Modesto above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in Modesto, CA is 12.3% 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 Modesto?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $40,820 per year in Modesto, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,220.