Phlebotomists pay in Iowa
In Iowa, the median pay for phlebotomists is $18.38 an hour ($38,240 a year). About 1,100 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($45,230). Iowa ranks 46th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for phlebotomists in Iowa
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.29 | $35,970 |
| 25% of workers | $17.92 | $37,270 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.38 | $38,240 |
| 75% of workers | $21.21 | $44,120 |
| 90% of workers | $22.39 | $46,570 |
Phlebotomists pay in Iowa metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island | $44,510 | 190 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines | $38,490 | 300 |
| Ames | $38,240 | 40 |
| Iowa City | $37,540 | 80 |
| Dubuque | $37,430 | 50 |
| Sioux City | $37,430 | 70 |
| Cedar Rapids | $37,320 | 80 |
| Waterloo-Cedar Falls | $36,970 | 60 |
Iowa unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for phlebotomists
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 18,000 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $45,480 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $47,910 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $40,660 |
| Paramedics | $60,590 |
| Surgical Technologists | $60,540 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $86,480 |
| Dental Assistants | $48,430 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $35,720 |
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