Phlebotomist salary in Maryland
Phlebotomists in Maryland earn a median of $22.64 per hour, about $47,100 a year, 8% above the U.S. median of $20.99. The middle half earn between $19.95 and $25.40 per hour. The highest median among Maryland metro areas is in Lexington Park, MD, at $23.09 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $22.64median pay per hour
- $47,100median pay per year
- 2,030phlebotomists employed in Maryland
- #8of 50 states by median pay
Phlebotomist pay in Maryland: percentiles
| Level | Maryland per hour | Maryland per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.52 | $38,520 | $16.76 |
| Lower quartile | $19.95 | $41,500 | $18.05 |
| Median | $22.64 | $47,100 | $20.99 |
| Upper quartile | $25.40 | $52,830 | $23.16 |
| Top 10% | $28.24 | $58,740 | $27.77 |
Phlebotomist pay by metro area in Maryland
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Maryland median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park, MD | $23.09 | $48,020 | 40 | 2% above | — |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $21.89 | $45,540 | 1,010 | 3% below | $20.95 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $20.67 | $42,990 | 90 | 9% below | — |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Phlebotomist pay in states next to Maryland
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Maryland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware | $22.28 | $46,340 | 2% below Maryland |
| District of Columbia | $22.65 | $47,110 | in line with Maryland |
| Pennsylvania | $19.30 | $40,140 | 15% below Maryland |
| Virginia | $21.98 | $45,720 | 3% below Maryland |
| West Virginia | $18.67 | $38,830 | 18% below Maryland |
What employers are posting in Maryland
- 26roles with published pay
- $22.30median pay per hour
- $18–$26typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Quest Diagnostics | 12 | $24.05 |
| Labcorp | 9 | $19.38 |
| Trinity Health | 2 | $21.46 |
| One Medical | 2 | $24.50 |
| University of Maryland Medical System | 1 | $22.23 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 26 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Phlebotomist jobs in Maryland · Phlebotomist salary nationwide · Maryland state guide
Common questions
How much does a phlebotomist make in Maryland?
The median is $22.64 per hour, about $47,100 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $18.52 and the top 10% earn over $28.24 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Maryland city pays phlebotomists the most?
Among Maryland metro areas, Lexington Park, MD has the highest median at $23.09 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Maryland rank for phlebotomist pay?
Maryland ranks 8th of 50 states by median phlebotomist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- One MedicalBethesda, MD · 2 postings$24.50/ hr$23–$26
- Quest DiagnosticsBethesda, MD · 12 postings$24.05/ hr$18–$27
- Trinity HealthSilver Spring, MD · 2 postings$21.46/ hr$18–$25
- LabcorpEaston, MD · 9 postings$19.38/ hr$18–$27
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26 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Maryland, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Phlebotomist III TerritoryPermanent$24.95–$26.75/ hour
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