Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,300 -3.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.45
10th percentile $30,580
90th percentile $36,460
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,580
    25th
    $30,580
    50th (median)
    $36,300
    75th
    $36,300
    90th
    $36,460

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $30,280
    Nursing Assistants $37,500
    Medical Assistants $38,160
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,890
    Dental Assistants $45,040
    Phlebotomists $37,240

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Southern Ohio is $17.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.24 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Southern Ohio is 3.3% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $30,580 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,580.