Phlebotomist jobs in Bentonville, AR
Pay for phlebotomists in the Bentonville area centers on $19.17 per hour, or about $39,870 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.41 and the upper quarter over $20.15. That ranks 134th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 110th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in the Bentonville metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bentonville.
- $19.17median pay per hour, Fayetteville
- $17–$20typical range per hour
- 180phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Phlebotomist pay in Bentonville, AR
The metro median is 8% above the Arkansas statewide median of $17.72 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 180 phlebotomists employed in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.96 | $35,280 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.41 | $36,210 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.17 | $39,870 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.15 | $41,910 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.92 | $45,590 | 4% above U.S. median |
How Bentonville ranks
- 134th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 110th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Arkansas 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.
What your pay buys in Bentonville
- Overall prices in Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.17 median hour buys what $20.98 buys at the national price level, in line with 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.
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- Per year: $34,506
- Per month: $2,876
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bentonville
| Item | Federal 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 the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Ar Va Medical Center Fayetteville, AR | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas Rogers, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Regional Medical Center Fayetteville, AR | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Medical Center-Springdale Springdale, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Siloam Springs Regional Hospital Siloam Springs, AR | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Arkansas Children's Northwest, Inc Springdale, AR | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Springwoods Behavioral Health Services Fayetteville, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Vista Health Fayetteville Fayetteville, AR | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Phlebotomist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers, AR | 5 mi | $19.17/hr | 75,639 |
| Springdale, AR | 12 mi | $19.17/hr | 89,368 |
| Joplin, MO | 52 mi | $19.84/hr | 53,605 |
| Fort Smith, AR | 70 mi | $16.41/hr | 90,507 |
| Springfield, MO | 78 mi | $18.51/hr | 170,596 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 89 mi | $18.23/hr | 122,756 |
Phlebotomist jobs in Arkansas · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Arkansas
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arkansas taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Bentonville
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Common questions
How much do phlebotomists make in Bentonville, AR?
Phlebotomists in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area have a median pay of $19.17 per hour, about $39,870 a year. The middle half earn between $17.41 and $20.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bentonville a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers ranks 110th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 134th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do phlebotomists work in Bentonville?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers area, led by Fayetteville Ar Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Arkansas license to work in Bentonville as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arkansas requires for your role with the Arkansas 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 Bentonville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bentonville 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.
Does Valorem Health place phlebotomists in Bentonville?
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