PA · Scranton · Updated October 15, 2026

Phlebotomist jobs in Scranton, PA

The median phlebotomist pay in the Scranton area is $18.24 per hour ($37,940 a year), with the typical range running from $17.12 to $20.18. That ranks 199th of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 206th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Scranton. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Scranton.

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Phlebotomist - Days

Geisinger · Scranton, PA

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  • Full time
  • Req R-11816
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PermanentPosted 21 days ago

Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics · Scranton, PA

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  • Req 101058330576
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago

Phlebotomist

Geisinger · Scranton, PA

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Phlebotomist pay in Scranton, PA

The metro median is 5% below the Pennsylvania statewide median of $19.30 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 230 phlebotomists employed in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.01).

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.94$35,24019% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$17.12$35,61018% below U.S. median
Median$18.24$37,94013% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$20.18$41,9704% below U.S. median
Top 10%$22.36$46,5107% above U.S. median

How Scranton ranks

  • 199th of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
  • 206th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
  • 9th of 12 Pennsylvania 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.

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What your pay buys in Scranton

  • Overall prices in Scranton--Wilkes-Barre run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.6, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 33% below the U.S. average (index 67.0).
  • Adjusted for local prices, a $18.24 median hour buys what $19.50 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Scranton paycheck

Estimated weekly gross$657
  • Per year: $32,832
  • Per month: $2,736

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

Travel assignment per diem in Scranton

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).

Open Phlebotomist roles in Pennsylvania

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PermanentPosted 10 days ago

Phlebotomist II

Quest Diagnostics · Hazleton, PA

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Hospitals in Scranton

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Scranton, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Geisinger-Community Medical Center
Scranton, PA
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Regional Hospital Of Scranton
Scranton, PA
Acute careFor-profit2 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
Bethlehem, PA56 mi$20.79/hr79,453
Allentown, PA57 mi$20.79/hr127,138
Reading, PA75 mi$21.33/hr96,000
Plainfield, NJ85 mi$23.48/hr56,507
Paterson, NJ85 mi$23.48/hr160,463
Clifton, NJ87 mi$23.48/hr90,322

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License and tax basics in Pennsylvania

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

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

Pennsylvania state guide

Other healthcare roles in Scranton

Scranton city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing

Common questions

How much do phlebotomists make in Scranton, PA?

Phlebotomists in the Scranton--Wilkes-Barre metro area have a median pay of $18.24 per hour, about $37,940 a year. The middle half earn between $17.12 and $20.18 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

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

Scranton--Wilkes-Barre ranks 206th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 199th of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.

Where do phlebotomists work in Scranton?

CMS lists 2 hospitals in Scranton, led by Geisinger-Community Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Pennsylvania license to work in Scranton as a phlebotomist?

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

The federal per diem benchmark in Scranton 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

  • 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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Low$18Median$23.12High$32

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    $24.50–$26.25/ hour
    Quest Diagnostics · Hazleton, PA · posted 10 days ago

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