Medical Records Specialists Salary in Merced, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Merced, CA

Median annual salary $47,840 -4.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.00
10th percentile $38,270
90th percentile $70,040
Employed locally 80
National median $50,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,270
    25th
    $45,230
    50th (median)
    $47,840
    75th
    $62,420
    90th
    $70,040

    Merced economic context

    Unemployment rate 9.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $65,044 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Records Specialists salary vs area income 74% Median Medical Records Specialists salary is 26% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Records Specialists make per hour in Merced?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Records Specialists in Merced, CA is $23.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.43 or more per hour.

    Is Merced above or below average for Medical Records Specialists salaries?

    The median Medical Records Specialists salary in Merced, CA is 4.8% below the national median of $50,250. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Medical Records Specialists in Merced?

    Entry-level Medical Records Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $38,270 per year in Merced, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,230.