How Much Does a Phlebotomist Make in Oregon in 2026?

A typical Phlebotomist in Oregon earns about $23.63 per hour ($49,160 per year), per the latest government wage data (May 2025). Calculated from that annual figure, pay comes out to about $4,097 a month or $945 a week. That figure covers phlebotomists across hospitals, clinics, and labs statewide, from entry-level techs to those with years on the job. It's the starting point for understanding what the role pays across the state.

Oregon's typical pay sits 9% above the national figure of $45,230 a year for Phlebotomists, according to the same May 2025 data. That gap places Oregon 5th among all 51 states and the District of Columbia for phlebotomist pay. About 1,800 people work as phlebotomists across Oregon, giving the figure a solid base to rest on. For a state with higher living costs in its metro areas, the above-national pay tracks with that reality.

Entry-level positions in Oregon typically offer around $19.26 an hour, or about $40,060 a year, for phlebotomists just starting out. That's the pay range for those still building skills and speed with draws and lab paperwork. Within a few years on the job, pay tends to move up toward the $23.63-an-hour typical figure. Experience, certification, and a steady work history all factor into that climb.

Experienced Phlebotomists in Oregon often earn upwards of $28.06 an hour, and the top 10% of earners make over $29.94 an hour, or about $62,280 a year. That leaves a spread of $22,220 between the entry-level and top-paying figures. Setting matters: hospital and lab roles in larger metro areas tend to pay more than smaller clinics, and experience plays a role too.

Oregon's typical Phlebotomist pay has climbed from $35,400 in 2015 to $49,160 in 2025, a gain of $13,760. That's a 39% rise over the decade, with most of the increase landing in the last three years as pay moved from $41,320 in 2022 past $46,990 in 2023. Growth wasn't perfectly steady along the way; pay dipped slightly in 2018 and again in 2021 before climbing again. Still, the ten-year direction points clearly upward.

Nationally, Phlebotomist pay rose 43% over the same decade, a bit faster than Oregon's climb. That puts Oregon's wage growth in the same range as the rest of the country, even if it trails slightly. For someone starting the job now, pay has moved up steadily in recent years, though nothing about that trend guarantees future increases. The numbers simply show where pay has been and where it stands today.

Pay runs highest in the Portland metro area, where Phlebotomists typically earn $51,680 a year, or $24.85 an hour, about 5% above the state figure. Salem follows at $48,160 a year, and Eugene and Springfield both come in at $48,010. Each of these figures covers the full metro area around the named city, not just the city limits. Portland's higher pay lines up with its higher cost of living compared with the rest of Oregon.

On the lower end, Medford pays Phlebotomists $46,480 a year, or $22.35 an hour, the least among Oregon's listed metro areas. That leaves a spread of $5,200 between Medford and Portland. Portland also holds the largest Phlebotomist workforce in the state at 950, more than five times any other metro area listed. Lower pay in smaller Oregon cities generally tracks with a lower cost of living than in Portland.

Oregon's phlebotomist pay compares differently across its neighbors: California pays 14% more, at $56,040 a year, while Washington runs close behind Oregon at $48,880, about 1% lower. Nevada and Idaho both pay less than Oregon, at $45,760 and $43,400, with Idaho's figure sitting 12% below Oregon's. Phlebotomy certification earned in one state can often be transferred or endorsed into a nearby state, which can simplify a move across these borders.

Phlebotomists in Oregon typically earn $49,160 a year, or $23.63 an hour, a figure that has climbed 39% over the past decade. Pay runs a bit above the national figure and varies somewhat by city, with Portland at the top and Medford at the lower end. Anyone considering the role should check Oregon's phlebotomy certification and registry requirements, and compare local pay using city-level figures before deciding where to work.