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Phlebotomist
Labcorp · Amarillo, TX
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Phlebotomist jobs in Amarillo, TX
Pay for phlebotomists in the Amarillo area centers on $16.78 per hour, or about $34,900 a year. The lower quarter earns under $15.55 and the upper quarter over $19.24. That ranks 282nd of 310 U.S. metro areas for phlebotomist pay, and 269th of 283 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Amarillo. The free report below lists employers near Amarillo and what they pay.
- $16.78median pay per hour, Amarillo
- $16–$19typical range per hour
- 130phlebotomists employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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3 more open roles from employers in Amarillo. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Float Phlebotomist
Labcorp · Amarillo, TX
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Phlebotomist / Lab / FT / 3 am to 11:30 am
Universal Health Services · Amarillo, TX
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Phlebotomist pay in Amarillo, TX
The metro median is 12% below the Texas statewide median of $19.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $20.99 per hour. BLS counts about 130 phlebotomists employed in the Amarillo metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.20).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.79 | $30,760 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $15.55 | $32,340 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $16.78 | $34,900 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.24 | $40,020 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.67 | $45,070 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Amarillo ranks
- 282nd of 310 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 269th of 283 after adjusting for local prices
- 17th of 22 Texas 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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- Overall prices in Amarillo run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 78.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $16.78 median hour buys what $18.27 buys at the national price level, 13% 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 Amarillo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$604
- Per year: $30,204
- Per month: $2,517
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Amarillo metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Amarillo
| 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).
Open Phlebotomist roles in Texas
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Phlebotomist
CommonSpirit Health · Brenham, TX
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CommonSpirit Health · Bryan, TX
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Hospitals in Amarillo
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Amarillo, 1 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of phlebotomists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Va Amarillo Healthcare System Amarillo, TX | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Texas Hospital Amarillo, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Bsa Hospital Amarillo, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Quail Creek Surgical Hospital Amarillo, TX | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Amarillo Amarillo, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock, TX | 113 mi | $16.97/hr | 272,086 |
| Lawton, OK | 197 mi | $14.79/hr | 90,027 |
| Wichita Falls, TX | 208 mi | $18.88/hr | 102,372 |
| Abilene, TX | 224 mi | $16.71/hr | 130,501 |
| Santa Fe, NM | 236 mi | $18.50/hr | 90,551 |
| Enid, OK | 237 mi | $15.23/hr | 50,519 |
License and tax basics in Texas
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Amarillo city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do phlebotomists make in Amarillo, TX?
Phlebotomists in the Amarillo metro area have a median pay of $16.78 per hour, about $34,900 a year. The middle half earn between $15.55 and $19.24 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Amarillo a good place for phlebotomists once cost of living is counted?
Amarillo ranks 269th of 283 metro areas for phlebotomist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 282nd of 310 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do phlebotomists work in Amarillo?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Amarillo, led by Va Amarillo Healthcare System. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Amarillo as a phlebotomist?
Phlebotomy certification where the employer or state requires it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Amarillo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Amarillo 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
- CommonSpirit HealthBRENHAM, TX · 3 postings$18.91/ hr$16–$22
- 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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