Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Iowa
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Iowa
Medical Transcriptionists in Iowa earn a median salary of $42,853 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +14.1% vs the national median of $37,550. An estimated 130 medical transcriptionists are employed across Iowa, with salaries ranging from $41,400 to $43,930 depending on location.
$42,853
Avg median salary in Iowa
$43,930
Highest paying metro
$41,400
Lowest paying metro
130
Employed in Iowa
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Medical Transcriptionists salaries by city in Iowa
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | $43,930 | $40,990 | $48,370 | 40 |
| Northeast Iowa | $43,230 | $43,100 | $44,290 | 30 |
| Davenport, IA-IL | $41,400 | $31,200 | $52,130 | 60 |