Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $47,230 +25.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.71
10th percentile $38,410
90th percentile $52,000
Employed locally 40
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,410
    25th
    $44,720
    50th (median)
    $47,230
    75th
    $51,550
    90th
    $52,000

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $32,030
    Nursing Assistants $41,250
    Medical Assistants $46,590
    Dental Assistants $45,240
    Phlebotomists $44,520
    Physical Therapist Assistants $60,740

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $22.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 25.8% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $38,410 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,720.