Medical Transcriptionists Salary in North Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $36,550 -2.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.57
10th percentile $33,140
90th percentile $55,190
Employed locally 50
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,140
    25th
    $35,360
    50th (median)
    $36,550
    75th
    $38,480
    90th
    $55,190

    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 Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,480
    Nursing Assistants $35,210
    Medical Assistants $35,960
    Dental Assistants $41,260
    Physical Therapist Assistants $65,450
    Phlebotomists $36,110

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in North Central Tennessee is $17.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.20 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in North Central Tennessee is 2.7% below 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 Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $33,140 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,360.