Phlebotomist
Hartford HealthCare · Meriden, CT
Phlebotomists in Connecticut earn a median of $22.24 per hour, about $46,260 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.78 and $24.58. That is 6% above the U.S. median of $20.99 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Meriden. The free report below lists employers near Meriden and what they pay.
1 more open role from employers in Meriden. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Hartford HealthCare · Meriden, 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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| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,470 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,110 |
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).
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CMS lists 1 hospital in Meriden, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midstate Medical Center Meriden, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Britain, CT | 10 mi | $22.24/hr | 75,871 |
| Bristol, CT | 13 mi | $22.24/hr | 62,195 |
| Waterbury, CT | 13 mi | $22.95/hr | 115,908 |
| Hartford, CT | 17 mi | $21.37/hr | 122,129 |
| New Haven, CT | 17 mi | $22.38/hr | 137,562 |
| West Haven, CT | 20 mi | $22.24/hr | 55,379 |
Phlebotomist jobs in Connecticut · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
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.
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Meriden city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
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).
CMS lists 1 hospital in Meriden, led by Midstate Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
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.
The federal per diem benchmark in Meriden is $130 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,470 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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