Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,420 -16.3% vs national
Median hourly $15.11
10th percentile $27,150
90th percentile $44,110
Employed locally 30
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,150
    25th
    $30,400
    50th (median)
    $31,420
    75th
    $35,340
    90th
    $44,110

    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 Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$29,380
    Nursing Assistants$35,640
    Medical Assistants$36,420
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$34,650
    Dental Assistants$38,690
    Physical Therapist Assistants$59,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Southeast Missouri is $15.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.21 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Southeast Missouri is 16.3% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $27,150 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,400.