Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,230 +15.1% vs national
Median hourly $20.78
10th percentile $37,050
90th percentile $45,510
Employed locally 30
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,050
    25th
    $43,100
    50th (median)
    $43,230
    75th
    $44,290
    90th
    $45,510

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants $37,520
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $35,740
    Medical Assistants $41,190
    Dental Assistants $45,930
    Physical Therapist Assistants $59,710
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $29,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Northeast Iowa is $20.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.88 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Northeast Iowa is 15.1% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $37,050 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,100.