Medical Records Specialists Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,580 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $20.47
10th percentile $36,800
90th percentile $54,830
Employed locally 100
National median $50,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,800
    25th
    $37,500
    50th (median)
    $42,580
    75th
    $51,700
    90th
    $54,830

    Top-paying metros for Medical Records Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $86,960
    Vallejo, CA $75,270
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $75,210
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $73,180
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $68,680
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $67,790

    Related occupations in Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,120
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,930
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,510
    Dental Hygienists $76,100
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,140
    Pharmacists $133,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Records Specialists make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Records Specialists in Northern Michigan is $20.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.45 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Medical Records Specialists salaries?

    The median Medical Records Specialists salary in Northern Michigan is 15.3% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Medical Records Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $36,800 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,500.