AL · Montgomery · Updated October 15, 2026

Phlebotomist jobs in Montgomery, AL

Phlebotomists in the Montgomery area earn a median of $16.91 per hour, about $35,160 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $15.74 and $17.55. That ranks 275th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 248th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Montgomery. The free report below lists employers near Montgomery and what they pay.

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Phlebotomist pay in Montgomery, AL

The metro median is 2% below the Alabama statewide median of $17.29 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 250 phlebotomists employed in the Montgomery metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.72).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$14.55$30,26031% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$15.74$32,74025% below U.S. median
Median$16.91$35,16019% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$17.55$36,50016% below U.S. median
Top 10%$20.49$42,6202% below U.S. median

How Montgomery ranks

  • 275th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 248th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
  • 4th of 7 Alabama metro areas

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Phlebotomists (SOC 31-9097), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.

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What your pay buys in Montgomery

  • Overall prices in Montgomery run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 64.3).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $16.91 median hour buys what $18.86 buys at the national price level, 10% below the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.

Estimate your Montgomery paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$609
  • Per year: $30,438
  • Per month: $2,536

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Montgomery metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Travel assignment per diem in Montgomery

ItemFederal rate
Lodging per night$110
Meals and incidentals per day$68
Per week (7 nights, 7 days)$1,246
13-week assignment$16,198

Travel phlebotomist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.

Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).

Hospitals in Montgomery

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Montgomery, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Baptist Medical Center East
Montgomery, AL
Acute careGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
Va Central Alabama Healthcare System - Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
Baptist Medical Center South
Montgomery, AL
Acute careGovernment and federal2 of 5Yes
Jackson Hospital & Clinic Inc
Montgomery, AL
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Phlebotomist pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Hoover, AL78 mi$17.98/hr93,013
Columbus, GA82 mi$17.74/hr201,830
Birmingham, AL87 mi$17.98/hr196,357
Dothan, AL92 mi$15.84/hr71,650
Tuscaloosa, AL95 mi$14.96/hr114,288
South Fulton, GA132 mi$22.49/hr112,003

Phlebotomist jobs in Alabama · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Alabama

Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.

Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.

Alabama state guide

Other healthcare roles in Montgomery

Montgomery city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do phlebotomists make in Montgomery, AL?

Phlebotomists in the Montgomery metro area have a median pay of $16.91 per hour, about $35,160 a year. The middle half earn between $15.74 and $17.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Montgomery a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?

Montgomery ranks 248th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 275th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.

Where do phlebotomists work in Montgomery?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Montgomery, led by Baptist Medical Center East. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Alabama license to work in Montgomery as a phlebotomist?

Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.

What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Montgomery?

The federal per diem benchmark in Montgomery is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • MultiCareTacoma, WA · 13 postings$30.48/ hr$20–$38
  • Premise HealthLewiston, ID · 4 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32
  • Premise HealthMadison, WI · 3 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32
  • Premise HealthDewitt, IA · 3 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32

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