Phlebotomists Salary in California
Phlebotomists in California earn a median of $56,040 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $56,040
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($45,230)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 13,520
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,490; the top 10% earn over $74,340. Nationally the range is $35,780 to $58,780.
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Phlebotomists pay in California
How much do phlebotomists make in California?
The median is $56,040 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,490 and the top 10% earn over $74,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for phlebotomists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 51 (+24% vs. the national median of $45,230). Living costs are not included.