IN · Columbus · Updated October 15, 2026

Phlebotomist jobs in Columbus, IN

The median phlebotomist pay in Indiana is $18.37 per hour ($38,200 a year), with the typical range running from $17.44 to $20.31. That is 12% below the U.S. median of $20.99 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Columbus. The free report below lists employers near Columbus and what they pay.

Phlebotomist pay in Columbus, IN

Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 2,390 phlebotomists employed in Indiana.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.31$33,92022% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.44$36,28017% below U.S. median
Median$18.37$38,20012% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$20.31$42,2403% below U.S. median
Top 10%$22.01$45,7805% 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.

What your pay buys in Columbus

  • Overall prices in Columbus run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.0, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 25% below the U.S. average (index 75.5).

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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Estimated weekly gross$661
  • Per year: $33,066
  • Per month: $2,756

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

Travel assignment per diem in Columbus

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).

Open Phlebotomist roles in Indiana

Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Columbus as they open.

PermanentPosted 2 days ago

Phlebotomist

Labcorp · Grabill, IN

$17.75–$22.50/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req 2633429
New this week
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago

Phlebotomist - OB/GYN

Labcorp · Fort Wayne, IN

$17.75–$22.50/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req 2634318
New this week
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Hospitals in Columbus

CMS lists 1 hospital in Columbus, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Columbus Regional Hospital
Columbus, IN
Acute careGovernment and federal4 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
Greenwood, IN29 mi$18.74/hr68,175
Bloomington, IN33 mi$18.37/hr79,986
Indianapolis, IN41 mi$18.74/hr891,484
Fishers, IN52 mi$18.74/hr103,986
Carmel, IN54 mi$18.74/hr103,606
Noblesville, IN57 mi$18.74/hr75,239

Phlebotomist jobs in Indiana · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in Indiana

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

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

Indiana state guide

Other healthcare roles in Columbus

Columbus city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do phlebotomists make in Columbus, IN?

Phlebotomists in Indiana have a median pay of $18.37 per hour, about $38,200 a year. The middle half earn between $17.44 and $20.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do phlebotomists work in Columbus?

CMS lists 1 hospital in Columbus, led by Columbus Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Indiana license to work in Columbus as a phlebotomist?

Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Columbus?

The federal per diem benchmark in Columbus 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 Columbus?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • LabcorpFort Wayne, IN · 2 postings$20.12/ hr$18–$22
  • 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$18Median$20.12High$32

3 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Indiana, 2 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

3Open now: 3 Phlebotomist roles

  1. PhlebotomistPermanent
    $17.75–$22.50/ hour
    Labcorp · Grabill, IN · posted 2 days ago
  2. Phlebotomist - OB/GYNPermanent
    $17.75–$22.50/ hour
    Labcorp · Fort Wayne, IN · posted 2 days ago

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