Medical Records Specialists Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $43,340 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.84
10th percentile $35,850
90th percentile $59,720
Employed locally 80
National median $50,250

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,850
    25th
    $37,610
    50th (median)
    $43,340
    75th
    $51,920
    90th
    $59,720

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,860
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,970
    Physical Therapists $81,820
    Pharmacists $130,020
    Dental Hygienists $77,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Records Specialists in Southern Michigan is $20.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Records Specialists salary in Southern Michigan is 13.8% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Medical Records Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,850 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,610.