Medical Transcriptionists Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $49,980 +33.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.03
10th percentile $38,670
90th percentile $56,490
Employed locally 50
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,670
    25th
    $39,790
    50th (median)
    $49,980
    75th
    $53,460
    90th
    $56,490

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $33,850
    Nursing Assistants $38,290
    Medical Assistants $40,780
    Dental Assistants $45,380
    Physical Therapist Assistants $60,660
    Phlebotomists $40,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in South Illinois is $24.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.45 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in South Illinois is 33.1% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $38,670 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,790.