Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Phlebotomist jobs in Chicago, IL

5,310 phlebotomists employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $22.69/hour ($47,190/year) median · 4% above the national median.

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The median phlebotomist salary in Chicago, IL is $22.69/hour ($47,190/year), with a typical range of $42,130 to $52,860 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Phlebotomist pay in Chicago, IL

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Chicago metro. Half of Phlebotomists earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $42,130 $47,190 $52,860
25th$42,130 Median$47,190 75th$52,860 vs US4% above the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area (SOC 31-9097, Phlebotomist). Full Phlebotomist salary guide →

What is a Phlebotomist salary in Chicago?

The median phlebotomist salary in Chicago, IL is $22.69/hour ($47,190/year), with a typical range of $42,130 to $52,860 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 5,310 phlebotomists employed in the Chicago metro area.

Phlebotomist pay bands in Chicago by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Senior Phlebotomist

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$40,111–$57,854
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Phlebotomist

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$42,235–$55,306
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Phlebotomist

Typical senior band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$42,942–$54,457
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Phlebotomist

Typical lead band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$41,527–$57,005
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Staff Phlebotomist

Typical staff band in Chicago
Example (illustrative)
Location
Chicago, IL
Typical pay range
$45,066–$52,758
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Phlebotomist Career Ladder — Chicago Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Chicago’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Phlebotomist0–2 yrs$33,976
  2. Mid Phlebotomist2–5 yrs$44,830
  3. Senior Phlebotomist5–8 yrs$56,628
  4. Staff Phlebotomist8–12 yrs$68,425
  5. Lead Phlebotomist12+ yrs$80,223

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 31-9097, Phlebotomist).

Employers in the Phlebotomist hiring market in Chicago

  • Mercy Health
  • Ascension
  • Tenet
  • HCA Healthcare
  • CommonSpirit

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Chicago post Phlebotomist jobs

Employers in the Chicago metro typically post Phlebotomist roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Phlebotomist in Chicago, IL — Common Questions

How much does a Phlebotomist earn in Chicago, IL?
Median $22.69/hour ($47,190/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $42,130–$52,860. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Phlebotomist jobs are there in Chicago?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 5,310 Phlebotomist roles employed in the Chicago metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Chicago employers use for Phlebotomist?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
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