Phlebotomists pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for phlebotomists is $23.50 an hour ($48,880 a year). About 2,820 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($45,230). Washington ranks 6th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for phlebotomists in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.95 | $39,410 |
| 25% of workers | $22.03 | $45,820 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.50 | $48,880 |
| 75% of workers | $28.06 | $58,370 |
| 90% of workers | $30.81 | $64,080 |
Phlebotomists pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $49,900 | 1,610 |
| Bellingham | $48,300 | 60 |
| Yakima | $47,970 | 110 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $47,640 | 120 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $47,280 | 80 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $45,880 | 290 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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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|---|---|
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