Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,960 +27.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.06
10th percentile $35,130
90th percentile $54,820
Employed locally 30
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,130
    25th
    $40,830
    50th (median)
    $47,960
    75th
    $52,860
    90th
    $54,820

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$36,720
    Nursing Assistants$42,020
    Medical Assistants$46,130
    Dental Assistants$59,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$42,450
    Phlebotomists$38,520

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Northwest Minnesota is $23.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.36 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Northwest Minnesota is 27.7% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $35,130 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,830.