PermanentPosted today
Phlebotomist I
Quest Diagnostics · Prospect, CT
$21.60–$23.15/ hour
New this week
Phlebotomist jobs in Bristol, CT
Pay for phlebotomists in Connecticut centers on $22.24 per hour, or about $46,260 a year. The lower quarter earns under $20.78 and the upper quarter over $24.58. That is 6% above the U.S. median of $20.99 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bristol. The free report below lists employers near Bristol and what they pay.
- $22.24median pay per hour, Connecticut
- $21–$25typical range per hour
Phlebotomist pay in Bristol, CT
Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 1,780 phlebotomists employed in Connecticut.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.98 | $37,400 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.78 | $43,220 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.24 | $46,260 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.58 | $51,130 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.98 | $58,200 | 33% above U.S. median |
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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Estimated weekly gross$801
- Per year: $40,032
- Per month: $3,336
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bristol
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $138 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,526 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,838 |
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. 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).
Open Phlebotomist roles in Connecticut
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Bristol as they open.
PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Phlebotomist I
Quest Diagnostics · West Hartford, CT
$21.60–$23.15/ hour
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Phlebotomist II
Quest Diagnostics · Middletown, CT
$23.20–$24.90/ hour
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Phlebotomist I
Quest Diagnostics · Middletown, CT
$21.60–$23.15/ hour
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Phlebotomist I
Quest Diagnostics · Hamden, CT
$21.60–$23.15/ hour
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Phlebotomist II Territory
Quest Diagnostics · Trumbull, CT
$24.50–$26.25/ hour
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Hospitals in Bristol
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bristol, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Hospital Bristol, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Britain, CT | 8 mi | $22.24/hr | 75,871 |
| Waterbury, CT | 10 mi | $22.95/hr | 115,908 |
| Meriden, CT | 13 mi | $22.24/hr | 60,849 |
| Hartford, CT | 15 mi | $21.37/hr | 122,129 |
| New Haven, CT | 26 mi | $22.38/hr | 137,562 |
| West Haven, CT | 28 mi | $22.24/hr | 55,379 |
Phlebotomist jobs in Connecticut · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Connecticut
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do phlebotomists make in Bristol, CT?
Phlebotomists in Connecticut have a median pay of $22.24 per hour, about $46,260 a year. The middle half earn between $20.78 and $24.58 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do phlebotomists work in Bristol?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bristol, led by Bristol Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Bristol as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Bristol?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bristol is $138 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,526 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
- Quest DiagnosticsMiddletown, CT · 13 postings$22.38/ hr$22–$27
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$22.38High$25
13 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Connecticut, 13 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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