How Much Does a Phlebotomist Make in Idaho in 2026?

A typical Phlebotomist in Idaho earns about $20.87 per hour ($43,400 per year), according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). Broken down further, that comes to roughly $3,617 a month or $835 a week, based on the annual figure. These numbers represent typical pay across the state, before accounting for city or experience differences.

That figure sits 4% below the national typical pay of $45,230 a year for Phlebotomists, according to the same data. Idaho ranks 28th out of 51 states and the District of Columbia for Phlebotomist pay. About 1,010 Phlebotomists work in the state, a workforce size that puts Idaho's numbers in context alongside other states.

Entry-level positions in Idaho typically offer around $17.06 an hour, or about $35,490 a year, for Phlebotomists just starting out. Pay tends to move toward the state typical figure of $20.87 an hour within the first few years on the job. Newer Phlebotomists often work in outpatient clinics or entry-level lab roles while building experience.

Experienced Phlebotomists in Idaho often earn upwards of $22.17 an hour, and the top 10% of earners make over $22.76 an hour, or about $47,340 a year. That puts the spread between entry-level and top pay at $11,850 a year. Setting, years on the job, and city all factor into where an individual lands within that range.

Idaho Phlebotomist pay has risen steadily over the past decade, from $29,310 in 2015 to $43,400 in 2025. That's a gain of $14,090, or 48%, over ten years. The increase has been fairly consistent year over year, with a notable jump between 2020 and 2021.

Nationally, Phlebotomist pay rose 43% over the same decade, a few points behind Idaho's pace. That's a modest but real difference in how fast pay has climbed in each place. For someone starting a phlebotomy career in Idaho now, pay has clearly moved upward over the past ten years. Future gains aren't guaranteed, but the ten-year trend points in the right direction.

Pay runs highest in Boise City, where Phlebotomists typically earn $45,610 a year ($21.93 an hour), about 5% above the statewide figure. Figures for Boise City reflect its full metro area, not just the city limits. Boise City is also home to the largest Phlebotomist workforce in the state, with about 520 workers.

Lewiston pays less by comparison, with typical pay around $43,840 a year ($21.08 an hour) for its roughly 50 Phlebotomists. That puts the spread between Idaho's highest- and lowest-paying cities at just $1,770 a year, a narrow gap. Lower pay in smaller cities like Lewiston usually tracks a lower cost of living compared with Boise City.

Idaho's neighboring states mostly pay Phlebotomists more. Oregon and Washington both offer typical pay of $49,160 and $48,880 a year, about 13% higher than Idaho. Nevada and Montana run a bit higher too, at $45,760 and $45,470, about 5% above Idaho. Utah and Wyoming pay less, at $40,630 and $38,180, 6% and 12% below Idaho. Phlebotomy certification earned in one of these states can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring one.

Idaho Phlebotomists typically earn $43,400 a year as of the latest data (May 2025), up 48% over the past decade. Pay varies somewhat by city and experience, with Boise City leading and entry-level roles starting lower. Readers weighing a move into the field can check Idaho's state licensing or registry page for certification requirements, and city-level pages for more localized pay figures.