Healthcare Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Phlebotomist Salary in Arkansas

The median phlebotomist salary in Arkansas is $31,595 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $38,530.

Median Salary

$31,595

vs National

$-6,935

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Phlebotomist Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level phlebotomist earns around $24,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $41,000 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$24,600

$-5,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$31,980

$-7,020 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$41,000

$-9,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$23,780	$29,000	$-5,220
25th Percentile	$27,060	$33,000	$-5,940
Median (50th)	$31,595	$38,530	$-6,935
75th Percentile	$37,720	$46,000	$-8,280
90th Percentile	$42,640	$52,000	$-9,360

Phlebotomist Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for phlebotomists in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$32,751

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$30,053

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$33,136

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$31,595

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$30,824

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Phlebotomist in Arkansas

Education

Most phlebotomist positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

VenipunctureSpecimen CollectionPatient InteractionSafety ProtocolsMedical TerminologyData Entry

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, phlebotomist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.