How Much Does a Phlebotomist Make in Wisconsin in 2026?

A typical Phlebotomist in Wisconsin earns about $22.34 per hour, or $46,470 per year, according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). Calculated from that annual figure, pay works out to roughly $3,872 a month and about $894 a week. Those figures represent the typical wage across the state, before accounting for city-level differences or years of experience.

That pay sits 3% above the national median of $45,230 for phlebotomists, and ranks Wisconsin 13th out of 51 states and the District of Columbia. Roughly 3,610 phlebotomists work in Wisconsin, compared with 143,540 nationwide. That workforce gives Wisconsin a modest but real presence in the profession relative to its overall population.

Entry-level positions in Wisconsin typically offer around $18.11 an hour, or about $37,680 a year, for phlebotomists just starting out. Some new hires land closer to $19.23 an hour, or $40,000 a year, depending on the employer and setting. Pay generally moves toward the state's typical figure of $46,470 within the first few years on the job.

Experienced Phlebotomists in Wisconsin often earn upwards of $48,690 to $51,950 a year, with the top 10% of earners making over $51,950. That leaves a spread of $14,270 between entry-level and top-earning phlebotomists in the state. Setting, years on the job, and city all play a role in where someone lands within that range.

Wisconsin phlebotomist pay has moved from $32,260 in 2015 to $46,470 in 2025, a gain of $14,210. That amounts to a 44% rise over the decade, tracking a steady climb rather than a sudden jump. The increase shows up most sharply between 2022 and 2023, when typical pay rose from $39,020 to $44,600.

That 44% rise is close to the 43% increase phlebotomists saw nationwide over the same decade, so Wisconsin's gains have kept pace with the rest of the country. Recent years account for much of that change, with typical pay rising several thousand dollars between 2022 and 2025 alone. For someone starting out now, that history shows pay has moved up steadily in recent years, though past growth is no guarantee of future increases.

Pay runs highest in Mount Pleasant, where phlebotomists typically earn $49,100 a year, about 6% above the statewide figure. Racine matches that figure exactly, and Sheboygan follows close behind at $48,350 a year. Madison, the state's larger metro, comes in a bit lower at $47,740 a year, still above the statewide typical pay.

Pay runs lowest in Kenosha, where phlebotomists typically earn $39,260 a year, a spread of $9,840 between the state's highest- and lowest-paying cities. Wisconsin's largest phlebotomist workforce sits in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, which extends into western Wisconsin and employs about 1,140 phlebotomists. These figures cover each city's full metro area, and higher pay in places like Mount Pleasant and Racine often tracks a higher cost of living.

Wisconsin's phlebotomist pay compares closely with its neighbors. Illinois pays $46,010 a year, about 1% below Wisconsin, and Minnesota pays $46,000, also about 1% lower. Michigan and Iowa trail further behind, at $39,860 and $38,240 a year, roughly 14% and 18% below Wisconsin's figure. Phlebotomy licensing or certification earned in one state can often transfer or be recognized in a neighboring one, though requirements vary.

Phlebotomists in Wisconsin typically earn $46,470 a year, close to the national figure and up 44% over the past decade. Pay varies by city and experience, from entry-level positions near $37,680 to top earners above $51,950. Readers weighing a move into the field can check Wisconsin's licensing or registry requirements for phlebotomy technicians, and compare local figures on individual city pages before deciding where to work.