ND · Bismarck · Updated October 15, 2026

Phlebotomist jobs in Bismarck, ND

Pay for phlebotomists in the Bismarck area centers on $22.38 per hour, or about $46,560 a year. The lower quarter earns under $21.93 and the upper quarter over $24.82. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Bismarck. That ranks 52nd of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 12th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Bismarck and what they pay.

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Phlebotomist pay in Bismarck, ND

The metro median is in line with the North Dakota statewide median of $22.46 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 60 phlebotomists employed in the Bismarck metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.93).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$17.25$35,88018% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$21.93$45,6104% above U.S. median
Median$22.38$46,5607% above U.S. median
Upper quartile$24.82$51,63018% above U.S. median
Top 10%$32.14$66,85053% above U.S. median

How Bismarck ranks

  • 52nd of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 12th of 283 after adjusting for local prices

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 Bismarck

  • Overall prices in Bismarck run 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.0, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 16% below the U.S. average (index 84.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $22.38 median hour buys what $24.59 buys at the national price level, 17% 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 Bismarck paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$806
  • Per year: $40,284
  • Per month: $3,357

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

Travel assignment per diem in Bismarck

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).

Hospitals in Bismarck

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Bismarck, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Chi St Alexius Health
Bismarck, ND
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Sanford Medical Center Bismarck
Bismarck, ND
Acute careNonprofit4 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
Fargo, ND186 mi$22.46/hr136,285
Grand Forks, ND188 mi$22.14/hr59,845
Rapid City, SD224 mi$16.96/hr79,894
St. Cloud, MN328 mi$18.76/hr72,145
Maple Grove, MN370 mi$21.58/hr72,739
Plymouth, MN372 mi$21.58/hr78,551

Phlebotomist jobs in North Dakota · Phlebotomist jobs nationwide

License and tax basics in North Dakota

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

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

North Dakota state guide

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Bismarck city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do phlebotomists make in Bismarck, ND?

Phlebotomists in the Bismarck metro area have a median pay of $22.38 per hour, about $46,560 a year. The middle half earn between $21.93 and $24.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Is Bismarck a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?

Bismarck ranks 12th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 52nd of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.

Who is hiring phlebotomists in Bismarck?

We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Bismarck. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Bismarck.

Do I need a North Dakota license to work in Bismarck as a phlebotomist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Bismarck 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 Bismarck?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • Premise HealthBismarck, ND · 2 postings$30.25/ hr$27–$35
  • 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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Low$18Median$29.50High$35

3 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in North Dakota, 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. Mobile Phlebotomist, PRNPer diem
    $27.00–$32.00/ hour
    Premise Health · Bismarck, ND · posted 16 days ago
  2. PhlebotomistPermanent
    $18.15–$25.63/ hour
    CommonSpirit Health · Williston, ND · posted 29 days ago

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