Phlebotomist salary in Massachusetts
Phlebotomists in Massachusetts earn a median of $23.21 per hour, about $48,270 a year, 11% above the U.S. median of $20.99. The middle half earn between $22.38 and $26.50 per hour. The highest median among Massachusetts metro areas is in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, at $23.48 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $23.21median pay per hour
- $48,270median pay per year
- 2,790phlebotomists employed in Massachusetts
- #3of 50 states by median pay
Phlebotomist pay in Massachusetts: percentiles
| Level | Massachusetts per hour | Massachusetts per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.32 | $40,190 | $16.76 |
| Lower quartile | $22.38 | $46,550 | $18.05 |
| Median | $23.21 | $48,270 | $20.99 |
| Upper quartile | $26.50 | $55,120 | $23.16 |
| Top 10% | $29.03 | $60,380 | $27.77 |
Phlebotomist pay by metro area in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Massachusetts median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $23.48 | $48,840 | 1,690 | 1% above | $21.69 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $23.22 | $48,310 | 100 | in line with | — |
| Springfield, MA | $22.80 | $47,430 | 410 | 2% below | $23.73 |
| Worcester, MA | $22.72 | $47,250 | 290 | 2% below | $22.16 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $21.89 | $45,520 | 60 | 6% below | $23.02 |
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 Massachusetts
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $22.24 | $46,260 | 4% below Massachusetts |
| New Hampshire | $22.34 | $46,460 | 4% below Massachusetts |
| New York | $23.60 | $49,080 | 2% above Massachusetts |
| Rhode Island | $22.91 | $47,650 | 1% below Massachusetts |
| Vermont | $19.01 | $39,530 | 18% below Massachusetts |
What employers are posting in Massachusetts
- 107roles with published pay
- $23.62median pay per hour
- $19–$28typical published range
- 9employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 27 | $23.60 |
| Quest Diagnostics | 25 | $24.05 |
| UMass Memorial Health Care | 24 | $22.05 |
| Labcorp | 17 | $23.50 |
| Baystate Health | 6 | $22.51 |
| One Medical | 4 | $25 |
| Boston Medical Center | 2 | $24.88 |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital | 1 | $24.95 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 107 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 Massachusetts · Phlebotomist salary nationwide · Massachusetts state guide
Common questions
How much does a phlebotomist make in Massachusetts?
The median is $23.21 per hour, about $48,270 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $19.32 and the top 10% earn over $29.03 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Massachusetts city pays phlebotomists the most?
Among Massachusetts metro areas, Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH has the highest median at $23.48 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Massachusetts rank for phlebotomist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3rd 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 MedicalBoston, MA · 4 postings$25.00/ hr$24–$28
- Boston Medical CenterDotHouse, MA · 2 postings$24.88/ hr$20–$30
- Quest DiagnosticsWorcester, MA · 25 postings$24.05/ hr$23–$26
- Mass General BrighamJamaica Plain, MA · 27 postings$23.60/ hr$19–$33
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2What they are offering now
107 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 88 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 107 Phlebotomist roles
- Phlebotomist - Part-Time 3rd Shift In-Patient HospitalPermanent$23.87–$34.00/ hour
- Phlebotomist IIPermanent$24.50–$26.25/ hour
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