PermanentPosted 26 days ago
Phlebotomist I
Quest Diagnostics · Hartford, CT
$21.60–$23.15/ hour
Phlebotomist jobs in Hartford, CT
Phlebotomists in the Hartford area earn a median of $21.37 per hour, about $44,440 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.28 and $23.04. That ranks 80th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 119th of 283 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Hartford. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Hartford.
- $21.37median pay per hour, Hartford
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 740phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Phlebotomist
Hartford HealthCare · Hartford, CT
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The metro median is 4% below the Connecticut statewide median of $22.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 740 phlebotomists employed in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford metro area, 1.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.39).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.86 | $37,150 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.28 | $40,100 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.37 | $44,440 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.04 | $47,920 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.98 | $58,200 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Hartford ranks
- 80th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 119th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Connecticut 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 Hartford
- Overall prices in Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 110.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.37 median hour buys what $20.80 buys at the national price level, 1% 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 Hartford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$769
- Per year: $38,466
- Per month: $3,206
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Hartford
| 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).
Hospitals in Hartford
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Hartford, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Hospital Hartford, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital & Medical Center Hartford, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Connecticut Childrens Medical Center Hartford, CT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
| Bristol, CT | 15 mi | $22.24/hr | 62,195 |
| Meriden, CT | 17 mi | $22.24/hr | 60,849 |
| Waterbury, CT | 23 mi | $22.95/hr | 115,908 |
| Springfield, MA | 25 mi | $22.80/hr | 154,888 |
| Chicopee, MA | 29 mi | $22.80/hr | 55,381 |
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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Hartford city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do phlebotomists make in Hartford, CT?
Phlebotomists in the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford metro area have a median pay of $21.37 per hour, about $44,440 a year. The middle half earn between $19.28 and $23.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hartford a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford ranks 119th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 80th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring phlebotomists in Hartford?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Hartford. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Hartford.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Hartford 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 Hartford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Hartford 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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