Phlebotomists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,620 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.57
10th percentile $33,560
90th percentile $45,800
Employed locally 90
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,560
    25th
    $35,110
    50th (median)
    $38,620
    75th
    $39,570
    90th
    $45,800

    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
    Nursing Assistants $38,500
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,820
    Dental Assistants $45,850
    Medical Assistants $37,460
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $36,380
    Physical Therapist Assistants $62,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in Northwest Illinois is $18.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.79 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in Northwest Illinois is 11.5% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $33,560 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,110.