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Donate plasma in Merced, CA
Merced, CA

Get Paid to Donate
Plasma in Merced

Need money today? Donate plasma at CSL Plasma in Merced and get paid the same day. Earn up to $800 your first month.

3 Simple Steps

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Copy Your Referral Code
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Download CSL Plasma App & Paste Code
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Bring to Your First Visit
✓ ID (License, State ID, or Passport)
✓ Social Security Card or W2
✓ Proof of Address (last 30 days)

Quick Tips for Donating Plasma in Merced, CA

⏱ Your first visit takes 2–3 hours. Return visits are faster, usually 1–2 hours.
💳 You get paid the same day on a prepaid debit card. Withdraw cash at any ATM — no waiting for a check.

Why Donate Plasma in Merced? Get Paid for a Flexible Side Hustle

Downtown Merced, California skyline

Downtown Merced, CA

Merced is a growing Central Valley city and home to UC Merced. While there's no CSL Plasma center in town, the nearest option is in Stockton about 66 miles north on Highway 99, roughly a 1 hour and 15 minute drive. It's a straightforward shot up the 99 through Turlock and Modesto. Sacramento centers are about 100 miles north.

Here's the thing about donating plasma that surprises most people: it actually saves lives. Your plasma gets turned into treatments for people dealing with serious medical conditions. So yeah, you're getting paid, but you're also genuinely helping someone.

If you're a UC Merced student or Merced resident looking to earn extra money, the drive to Stockton is reasonable. Highway 99 is straight and fast. Some Merced donors combine the trip with shopping at the Stockton malls.

Getting There

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Public Transit
There is no convenient public transit from Merced to CSL Plasma centers. The nearest center in Stockton is about 66 miles north via Highway 99.
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Multiple Locations
The nearest CSL Plasma center to Merced is in Stockton on E March Ln — about 66 miles north via Highway 99 (~1 hr 15 min).
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Parking
All Merced CSL Plasma locations offer free on-site parking. Drive up and park at no cost — no meters, no garages.
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Highway Access
From Merced, take Highway 99 North through Turlock and Modesto to reach the Stockton CSL Plasma center (~66 miles, ~1 hr 15 min).
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Regular Donor

How Donating Plasma Helped Me

I started donating plasma at my local CSL Plasma center and it's been a great way to earn extra money on my own schedule. The staff walked me through everything my first visit and made the whole process easy.

You sit in a comfortable chair, a technician hooks you up to the machine, and you can watch something on your phone while you donate. The money goes straight onto a debit card you can use right away. It's honestly one of the easiest ways to earn extra income — and your plasma helps create life-saving treatments for people who need them.

If you're in Merced and looking for a way to make some extra money, I'd recommend giving it a try at your nearest CSL Plasma center. You'll be in good hands.

Get Paid to Donate Plasma in Merced Today

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CSL Plasma Center Information

Merced, CA — Stockton

29 E March Ln
Stockton, CA 95207

Hours of Operation

SundayClosed
Monday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Free Parking New Donors Welcome
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