Phlebotomist jobs in Bowling Green, KY
The median phlebotomist pay in the Bowling Green area is $17.78 per hour ($36,980 a year), with the typical range running from $17.25 to $20.89. That ranks 225th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 190th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bowling Green.
- $17.78median pay per hour, Bowling Green
- $17–$21typical range per hour
- 90phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Phlebotomist pay in Bowling Green, KY
The metro median is 3% below the Kentucky statewide median of $18.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 90 phlebotomists employed in the Bowling Green metro area, 1.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.29).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.15 | $31,510 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.25 | $35,880 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.78 | $36,980 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $20.89 | $43,450 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.70 | $45,140 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Bowling Green ranks
- 225th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 190th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 5 Kentucky 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 Bowling Green
- Overall prices in Bowling Green run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.78 median hour buys what $19.72 buys at the national price level, 6% 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.
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- Per year: $32,004
- Per month: $2,667
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bowling Green metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bowling Green
| 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 Bowling Green
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Medical Center (Bowling Green) Bowling Green, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Tristar Greenview Regional Hospital Bowling Green, KY | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Rivendell Behavioral Health Services Bowling Green, KY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallatin, TN | 41 mi | $20.03/hr | 52,489 |
| Hendersonville, TN | 47 mi | $20.03/hr | 63,947 |
| Lebanon, TN | 54 mi | $20.03/hr | 51,501 |
| Clarksville, TN | 58 mi | $17.72/hr | 185,690 |
| Nashville, TN | 59 mi | $20.03/hr | 704,963 |
| Owensboro, KY | 66 mi | $17.37/hr | 60,675 |
Phlebotomist jobs in Kentucky · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kentucky
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kentucky taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Bowling Green
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Common questions
How much do phlebotomists make in Bowling Green, KY?
Phlebotomists in the Bowling Green metro area have a median pay of $17.78 per hour, about $36,980 a year. The middle half earn between $17.25 and $20.89 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bowling Green a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Bowling Green ranks 190th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 225th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do phlebotomists work in Bowling Green?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Bowling Green, led by The Medical Center (Bowling Green). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Bowling Green as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Bowling Green?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bowling Green 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 Bowling Green?
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- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 13 postings$30.48/ hr$20–$38
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