Medical Transcriptionists Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,940 +25% vs national
Median hourly $22.57
10th percentile $40,230
90th percentile $81,140
Employed locally 40
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,230
    25th
    $44,550
    50th (median)
    $46,940
    75th
    $55,170
    90th
    $81,140

    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 Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Medical Assistants$48,510
    Nursing Assistants$45,760
    Dental Assistants$57,590
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$47,870
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$41,160
    Phlebotomists$52,080

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in North Coast Region of California is $22.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.01 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in North Coast Region of California is 25% 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 Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $40,230 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,550.