Phlebotomists Salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

Median annual salary $49,340 +13% vs national
Median hourly $23.72
10th percentile $39,980
90th percentile $59,730
Employed locally 1,680
National median $43,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,980
    25th
    $47,080
    50th (median)
    $49,340
    75th
    $57,530
    90th
    $59,730

    Washington economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $123,896 2023 • Census ACS
    Phlebotomists salary vs area income 40% Median Phlebotomists salary is 60% 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

    Related occupations in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$37,260
    Nursing Assistants$43,330
    Medical Assistants$46,760
    Dental Assistants$48,270
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$43,430
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$57,030

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Phlebotomists make per hour in Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Phlebotomists in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is $23.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.95 or more per hour.

    Is Washington above or below average for Phlebotomists salaries?

    The median Phlebotomists salary in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV is 13% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Phlebotomists (10th percentile) earn around $39,980 per year in Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,080.