Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,340 +18.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.32
10th percentile $34,980
90th percentile $57,210
Employed locally 50
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,980
    25th
    $34,980
    50th (median)
    $44,340
    75th
    $48,590
    90th
    $57,210

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$37,000
    Nursing Assistants$45,210
    Medical Assistants$45,560
    Dental Assistants$47,900
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$49,140
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$38,660

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Southwest Maine is $21.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.51 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Southwest Maine is 18.1% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $34,980 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,980.