Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,480 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.06
10th percentile $30,840
90th percentile $44,950
Employed locally 40
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,840
    25th
    $30,840
    50th (median)
    $35,480
    75th
    $44,950
    90th
    $44,950

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$31,120
    Nursing Assistants$37,540
    Medical Assistants$38,490
    Dental Assistants$43,680
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,200
    Physical Therapist Assistants$61,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $17.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.91 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 5.5% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $30,840 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,840.