PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Phlebotomist
Labcorp · Schenectady, NY
$17.75–$21.00/ hour
Phlebotomist jobs in Schenectady, NY
Phlebotomists in the Schenectady area earn a median of $21.91 per hour, about $45,570 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.43 and $22.84. That ranks 67th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 73rd of 283 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Schenectady. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Schenectady.
- $21.91median pay per hour, Albany
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 210phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 7% below the New York statewide median of $23.60 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 210 phlebotomists employed in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.56 | $36,520 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.43 | $38,330 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.91 | $45,570 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.84 | $47,510 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.70 | $51,380 | 18% above U.S. median |
How Schenectady ranks
- 67th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 73rd of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 7 New York 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 Schenectady
- Overall prices in Albany-Schenectady-Troy run in line with the U.S. average (index 99.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.91 median hour buys what $22.01 buys at the national price level, 5% 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 Schenectady paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$789
- Per year: $39,438
- Per month: $3,286
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Schenectady
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $141 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,547 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,111 |
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 Schenectady
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Schenectady, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Hospital Schenectady, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center Schenectady, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | 11 mi | $21.91/hr | 101,317 |
| Troy, NY | 14 mi | $21.91/hr | 51,065 |
| Utica, NY | 69 mi | $23.60/hr | 63,660 |
| Chicopee, MA | 82 mi | $22.80/hr | 55,381 |
| Springfield, MA | 85 mi | $22.80/hr | 154,888 |
| Bristol, CT | 92 mi | $22.24/hr | 62,195 |
Phlebotomist jobs in New York · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New York
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New York 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 Schenectady, NY?
Phlebotomists in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy metro area have a median pay of $21.91 per hour, about $45,570 a year. The middle half earn between $18.43 and $22.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Schenectady a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Albany-Schenectady-Troy ranks 73rd of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 67th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring phlebotomists in Schenectady?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Schenectady. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Schenectady.
Do I need a New York license to work in Schenectady as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Schenectady?
The federal per diem benchmark in Schenectady is $141 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,547 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your Phlebotomist pay reportSchenectady, NY · pay published by employers, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Premise HealthSyracuse, NY · 2 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32
- One MedicalNew York, NY · 2 postings$26.75/ hr$26–$28
- Quest DiagnosticsBuffalo, NY · 25 postings$23.93/ hr$20–$26
- United Health ServicesNorwich, NY · 2 postings$23.23/ hr$19–$28
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Low$18Median$21.88High$26
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