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Medical transcriptionist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Medical Transcriptionist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$22.54
Average $22.54
Low $15.11
High $33.61

The average salary for a medical transcriptionist is $22.54 per hour in the United States. 241 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated November 2, 2026).

Medical Transcriptionist job openings in United States

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Medical/Legal Transcriptionist
Mercy Health Services (MD)3.8out of 5 stars.
Baltimore, MD
$21.98 - $36.27 an hour
Full-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Medical Transcriptionist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Shriners Children's
 
$122,408per year
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MERCOR
 
$93,600per year
RYZEN SOLUTIONS
 
$78,000per year
McLeod Health
 
$77,542per year
Pacer Staffing
 
$70,010per year
County of Santa Clara
 
$69,267per year

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Highest paying cities for Medical Transcriptionists near United States

  1. Saint Helena, CA
    $35.04 per hour
  2. Orange, CA
    $33.11 per hour
  3. Boston, MA
    $28.70 per hour
  4. Los Angeles, CA
    $26.07 per hour
  5. Newport Beach, CA
    $24.14 per hour

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Medical Transcriptionist

The average salary for a Medical Transcriptionist is $22.54 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 241 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on November 2, 2026.

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Medical Transcriptionist salaries typically range between a low of $15.11 and a high of $33.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Medical Transcriptionist include Saint Helena, CA at $35.04 per hour, Orange, CA at $33.11 per hour, and Boston, MA at $28.70 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Medical Transcriptionist include Shriners Children's ($122,408 per year) and MERCOR ($93,600 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Medical Transcriptionist salary compares to related positions:

  • Entry Level Medical Transcriptionist: Average $36,083 per year
  • Senior Medical Transcriptionist: Average $24.40 per hour

How much do similar professions as Medical Transcriptionist get paid in United States?

Entry Level Medical Transcriptionist

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Average $36,083 per year

Senior Medical Transcriptionist

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Average $24.40 per hour