Medical Transcriptionists Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,750 -10.1% vs national
Median hourly $16.22
10th percentile $23,770
90th percentile $44,620
Employed locally 60
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $23,770
    25th
    $28,980
    50th (median)
    $33,750
    75th
    $41,910
    90th
    $44,620

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$36,660
    Nursing Assistants$35,290
    Medical Assistants$35,350
    Dental Assistants$38,960
    Physical Therapist Assistants$60,400
    Phlebotomists$37,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in South Central Kentucky is $16.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.90 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in South Central Kentucky is 10.1% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $23,770 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,980.