Medical Transcriptionists Salary in East Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,800 +22% vs national
Median hourly $22.02
10th percentile $35,280
90th percentile $52,700
Employed locally 40
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,280
    25th
    $36,400
    50th (median)
    $45,800
    75th
    $52,700
    90th
    $52,700

    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

    Related occupations in East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,330
    Nursing Assistants$38,050
    Dental Assistants$44,740
    Medical Assistants$39,100
    Phlebotomists$40,560
    Physical Therapist Assistants$64,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in East Central Illinois is $22.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.34 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in East Central Illinois is 22% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $35,280 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,400.