Medical Transcriptionists Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $38,860 +3.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.68
10th percentile $24,960
90th percentile $48,640
Employed locally 120
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,960
    25th
    $24,960
    50th (median)
    $38,860
    75th
    $45,690
    90th
    $48,640

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Nursing Assistants$37,680
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$34,130
    Dental Assistants$43,050
    Medical Assistants$44,130
    Physical Therapist Aides$25,240
    Physical Therapist Assistants$58,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in South Nebraska is $18.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.46 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in South Nebraska is 3.5% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $24,960 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $24,960.