Medical Transcriptionists Salary in North Arkansas

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

Median annual salary $37,810 +0.7% vs national
Median hourly $18.18
10th percentile $30,360
90th percentile $44,580
Employed locally 40
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,360
    25th
    $34,770
    50th (median)
    $37,810
    75th
    $40,150
    90th
    $44,580

    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 North Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $26,060
    Nursing Assistants $30,000
    Medical Assistants $36,140
    Dental Assistants $35,570
    Physical Therapist Assistants $69,660
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $28,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in North Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in North Arkansas is $18.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.43 or more per hour.

    Is North Arkansas above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in North Arkansas is 0.7% 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 North Arkansas?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $30,360 per year in North Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,770.