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Phlebotomist jobs in Cambridge, MA
Pay for phlebotomists in the Cambridge area centers on $23.48 per hour, or about $48,840 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.68 and the upper quarter over $27.52. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Cambridge. That ranks 21st of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 79th of 283 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cambridge.
- $23.48median pay per hour, Boston
- $23–$28typical range per hour
- 1,690phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 1% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $23.21 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 1,690 phlebotomists employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.69).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.03 | $43,740 | in line with U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.68 | $47,170 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Median | $23.48 | $48,840 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.52 | $57,240 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $30.13 | $62,670 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Cambridge ranks
- 21st of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 79th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Massachusetts 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 Cambridge
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.48 median hour buys what $21.69 buys at the national price level, 3% above 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 Cambridge paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$845
- Per year: $42,264
- Per month: $3,522
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cambridge
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $273 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,555 |
| 13-week assignment | $33,215 |
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 Cambridge
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Cambridge, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Auburn Hospital Cambridge, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Cambridge Health Alliance Cambridge, MA | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville, MA | 1 mi | $23.48/hr | 82,149 |
| Medford, MA | 3 mi | $23.48/hr | 59,898 |
Phlebotomist jobs in Massachusetts · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Massachusetts 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 Cambridge, MA?
Phlebotomists in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $23.48 per hour, about $48,840 a year. The middle half earn between $22.68 and $27.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cambridge a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 79th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 21st of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring phlebotomists in Cambridge?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Cambridge. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Cambridge.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Cambridge as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Cambridge?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cambridge is $273 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,555 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Phlebotomist pay reportCambridge, MA · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- One MedicalBoston, MA · 4 postings$25.00/ hr$24–$28
- Boston Medical CenterDotHouse, MA · 2 postings$24.88/ hr$20–$30
- Quest DiagnosticsWorcester, MA · 25 postings$24.05/ hr$23–$26
- Mass General BrighamJamaica Plain, MA · 27 postings$23.60/ hr$19–$33
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$23.62High$28
107 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 88 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 107 Phlebotomist roles
- Phlebotomist - Part-Time 3rd Shift In-Patient HospitalPermanent$23.87–$34.00/ hour
- Phlebotomist IIPermanent$24.50–$26.25/ hour
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