Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Mobile Phlebotomist, PRN
Premise Health · Kansas City, MO
$27.00–$32.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
Phlebotomist jobs in Independence, MO
Pay for phlebotomists in the Independence area centers on $21.93 per hour, or about $45,620 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.60 and the upper quarter over $23.02. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Independence. That ranks 65th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 24th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Independence and what they pay.
- $21.93median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 830phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 15% above the Missouri statewide median of $19.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 830 phlebotomists employed in the Kansas City metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.84).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.20 | $37,860 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.60 | $38,690 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.93 | $45,620 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.02 | $47,880 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.10 | $54,290 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Independence ranks
- 65th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 24th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 6 Missouri 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 Independence
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.93 median hour buys what $23.70 buys at the national price level, 13% 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 Independence paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$789
- Per year: $39,474
- Per month: $3,290
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Independence
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $135 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,505 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,565 |
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 Independence
CMS lists 1 hospital in Independence, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centerpoint Medical Center Independence, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Springs, MO | 7 mi | $21.93/hr | 61,246 |
| Kansas City, MO | 11 mi | $21.93/hr | 516,032 |
| Lawrence, KS | 50 mi | $19.97/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 53 mi | $21.27/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 72 mi | $21.96/hr | 125,467 |
| Columbia, MO | 109 mi | $19.12/hr | 130,900 |
Phlebotomist jobs in Missouri · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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 Independence, MO?
Phlebotomists in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $21.93 per hour, about $45,620 a year. The middle half earn between $18.60 and $23.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Independence a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 24th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 65th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring phlebotomists in Independence?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Kansas City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Independence.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Independence as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Independence?
The federal per diem benchmark in Independence is $135 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,505 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
- 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
- Premise HealthDewitt, IA · 3 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32
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- Mobile Phlebotomist, PRNPer diem$27.00–$32.00/ hour
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