Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Bridgeport, CT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT

Median annual salary $45,550 +21.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.90
10th percentile $38,900
90th percentile $54,810
Employed locally 170
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,900
    25th
    $45,470
    50th (median)
    $45,550
    75th
    $53,360
    90th
    $54,810

    Bridgeport economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.10% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $111,656 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Transcriptionists salary vs area income 41% Median Medical Transcriptionists salary is 59% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Medical Transcriptionists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $57,970
    Portland-South Portland, ME $56,250
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $55,890
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $54,290
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $53,330
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $53,050

    Nearby metros — Medical Transcriptionists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT $55,890
    Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT $54,290
    New Haven, CT $47,880
    Connecticut $46,800
    Waterbury-Shelton, CT $46,800
    Connecticut nonmetropolitan area $46,560

    Related occupations in Bridgeport, CT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$38,980
    Nursing Assistants$46,560
    Medical Assistants$46,900
    Dental Assistants$50,610
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$39,270
    Massage Therapists$63,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Bridgeport?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Bridgeport, CT is $21.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.97 or more per hour.

    Is Bridgeport above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Bridgeport, CT is 21.3% above the national median of $37,550. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Medical Transcriptionists in Bridgeport?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $38,900 per year in Bridgeport, CT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,470.