Healthcare Mississippi (MS) Rank #50 of 50

Phlebotomist Salary in Mississippi

The median phlebotomist salary in Mississippi is $31,209 per year, which is 19% below the national median of $38,530.

Median Salary

$31,209

vs National

$-7,321

State Rank

#50 of 50

Cost of Living

83%

Phlebotomist Salary in Mississippi by Experience

In Mississippi, an entry-level phlebotomist earns around $24,300, while experienced professionals earn up to $40,500 per year. The cost of living index in Mississippi is 83% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$24,300

$-5,700 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$31,590

$-7,410 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$40,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mississippi

Percentile	MS Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$23,490	$29,000	$-5,510
25th Percentile	$26,730	$33,000	$-6,270
Median (50th)	$31,209	$38,530	$-7,321
75th Percentile	$37,260	$46,000	$-8,740
90th Percentile	$42,120	$52,000	$-9,880

Phlebotomist Salary by City in Mississippi

The largest employment areas for phlebotomists in Mississippi include Jackson, Gulfport, Southaven, and Hattiesburg. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Jackson, MS

$31,980

Pop. 153,701 · COL 85%

Gulfport, MS

$30,824

Pop. 72,926 · COL 82%

Southaven, MS

$31,595

Pop. 55,026 · COL 84%

Hattiesburg, MS

$30,053

Pop. 48,728 · COL 80%

Biloxi, MS

$31,209

Pop. 46,212 · COL 83%

How to Become a Phlebotomist in Mississippi

Education

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

Key Skills

VenipunctureSpecimen CollectionPatient InteractionSafety ProtocolsMedical TerminologyData Entry

Job Outlook in Mississippi

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