Phlebotomist salary in Minnesota
Phlebotomists in Minnesota earn a median of $21.58 per hour, about $44,880 a year, 3% above the U.S. median of $20.99. The middle half earn between $20.19 and $22.78 per hour. The highest median among Minnesota metro areas is in Rochester, MN, at $22.13 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $21.58median pay per hour
- $44,880median pay per year
- 2,490phlebotomists employed in Minnesota
- #20of 50 states by median pay
Phlebotomist pay in Minnesota: percentiles
| Level | Minnesota per hour | Minnesota per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.49 | $38,460 | $16.76 |
| Lower quartile | $20.19 | $42,000 | $18.05 |
| Median | $21.58 | $44,880 | $20.99 |
| Upper quartile | $22.78 | $47,380 | $23.16 |
| Top 10% | $27.15 | $56,470 | $27.77 |
Phlebotomist pay by metro area in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Minnesota median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | $22.13 | $46,040 | 360 | 3% above | $24.37 |
| Mankato, MN | $21.60 | $44,930 | 100 | in line with | — |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $21.58 | $44,880 | 1,470 | in line with | $20.59 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $19.80 | $41,180 | 130 | 8% below | $22.31 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $18.76 | $39,020 | 110 | 13% below | $21.41 |
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 Minnesota
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Minnesota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | $18.29 | $38,040 | 15% below Minnesota |
| North Dakota | $22.46 | $46,720 | 4% above Minnesota |
| South Dakota | $18.20 | $37,860 | 16% below Minnesota |
| Wisconsin | $21.75 | $45,230 | 1% above Minnesota |
What employers are posting in Minnesota
- 29roles with published pay
- $25.50median pay per hour
- $22–$28typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Quest Diagnostics | 23 | $25.50 |
| Mayo Clinic | 3 | $22.55 |
| Essentia Health | 2 | $23.17 |
| Allina Health | 1 | $25.04 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 29 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 Minnesota · Phlebotomist salary nationwide · Minnesota state guide
Common questions
How much does a phlebotomist make in Minnesota?
The median is $21.58 per hour, about $44,880 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $18.49 and the top 10% earn over $27.15 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Minnesota city pays phlebotomists the most?
Among Minnesota metro areas, Rochester, MN has the highest median at $22.13 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Minnesota rank for phlebotomist pay?
Minnesota ranks 20th 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
- Quest DiagnosticsMinneapolis, MN · 23 postings$25.50/ hr$18–$29
- Essentia HealthBrainerd, MN · 2 postings$23.17/ hr$18–$29
- Mayo ClinicMankato, MN · 3 postings$22.55/ hr$20–$28
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29 Phlebotomist postings with published pay in Minnesota, 28 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 29 Phlebotomist roles
- Sr. Phlebotomy TechnicianPermanent$26.00–$29.00/ hour
- Phlebotomy TechnicianPermanent$24.00–$27.00/ hour
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