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Transcriptionist salary in United States

How much does a Transcriptionist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$27.16
Average $27.16
Low $16.14
High $45.70

The average salary for a transcriptionist is $27.16 per hour in the United States. 262 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated September 13, 2026).

Transcriptionist job openings in United States

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Transcriptionist
North Alabama Medical Center2.6out of 5 stars.
Florence, AL
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Transcriptionist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
University of North Florida
 
$161,200per year
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EdTheory
 
$119,600per year
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Nevada State College
 
$119,600per year
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County of Los Angeles
 
$109,974per year
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Ilisagvik College
 
$104,000per year
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Daily Transcription
 
$101,400per year
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Highest paying cities for Transcriptionists near United States

  1. Los Angeles, CA
    $34.46 per hour
  2. Canada, KY
    $28.95 per hour
  3. Burbank, CA
    $27.84 per hour
  4. Newport Beach, CA
    $26.17 per hour
  5. Glendale, CA
    $22.91 per hour

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The average salary for a Transcriptionist is $27.16 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 262 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 13, 2026.

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Transcriptionist salaries typically range between a low of $16.14 and a high of $45.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Transcriptionist include Los Angeles, CA at $34.46 per hour, Canada, KY at $28.95 per hour, and Burbank, CA at $27.84 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Transcriptionist include University of North Florida ($161,200 per year) and EdTheory ($119,600 per year).