Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,980 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.26
10th percentile $33,390
90th percentile $49,060
Employed locally 40
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,390
    25th
    $34,720
    50th (median)
    $37,980
    75th
    $39,580
    90th
    $49,060

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $29,120
    Nursing Assistants $35,570
    Medical Assistants $37,340
    Dental Assistants $46,030
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $35,690
    Physical Therapist Assistants $65,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Eastern North Carolina is $18.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.59 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Eastern North Carolina is 1.1% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $33,390 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,720.