PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Phlebotomist
Labcorp · Akron, OH
$17.75–$25.92/ hour
Top 25% pay
Phlebotomist jobs in Akron, OH
Pay for phlebotomists in the Akron area centers on $19.11 per hour, or about $39,750 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.18 and the upper quarter over $21.60. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Akron. That ranks 137th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 139th of 283 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Akron.
- $19.11median pay per hour, Akron
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 200phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay
Open Phlebotomist roles in Akron
Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Mobile Phlebotomist, PRN
Premise Health · Akron, OH
$27.00–$32.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Labcorp | 1 | $21.84 |
| Premise Health | 1 | $29.50 |
Phlebotomist pay in Akron, OH
The metro median is 2% above the Ohio statewide median of $18.67 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 200 phlebotomists employed in the Akron metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.70).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.69 | $36,800 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.18 | $37,810 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.11 | $39,750 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.60 | $44,930 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.26 | $46,300 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Akron ranks
- 137th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 139th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 10 Ohio 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 Akron
- Overall prices in Akron run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.11 median hour buys what $20.47 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
Estimate your Akron paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$688
- Per year: $34,398
- Per month: $2,866
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Akron metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Akron
| 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 Akron
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Akron, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akron General Medical Center Akron, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Akron, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Summa Health System Akron, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Akron Children's Hospital Akron, OH | Children's | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 7 mi | $19.11/hr | 50,979 |
| Canton, OH | 20 mi | $17.72/hr | 69,211 |
| Parma, OH | 24 mi | $18.58/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 29 mi | $18.58/hr | 365,379 |
| Elyria, OH | 37 mi | $18.58/hr | 53,604 |
| Lorain, OH | 42 mi | $18.58/hr | 65,751 |
License and tax basics in Ohio
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Akron
Akron city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do phlebotomists make in Akron, OH?
Phlebotomists in the Akron metro area have a median pay of $19.11 per hour, about $39,750 a year. The middle half earn between $18.18 and $21.60 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Akron a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Akron ranks 139th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 137th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring phlebotomists in Akron?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Akron. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Akron.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Akron as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Akron?
The federal per diem benchmark in Akron 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.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Premise HealthCincinnati, OH · 2 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32
- LabcorpColumbus, OH · 25 postings$21.84/ hr$18–$26
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 13 postings$30.48/ hr$20–$38
- Premise HealthLewiston, ID · 4 postings$29.50/ hr$27–$32
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28 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Ohio, 22 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- PhlebotomistPermanent$17.75–$25.92/ hour
- Flex Phlebotomist / Administrative Assistant (Easton)Permanent$20.25–$22.25/ hour
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