Medical Transcriptionists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $39,630 +5.5% vs national
Median hourly $19.05
10th percentile $33,910
90th percentile $48,610
Employed locally 110
National median $37,550

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,910
    25th
    $34,080
    50th (median)
    $39,630
    75th
    $47,750
    90th
    $48,610

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Medical Transcriptionists salary vs area income 58% Median Medical Transcriptionists salary is 42% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Medical Transcriptionists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $35,960

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $34,400
    Medical Assistants $42,900
    Nursing Assistants $39,310
    Dental Assistants $46,670
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $46,530
    Massage Therapists $58,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Transcriptionists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Transcriptionists in Tucson, AZ is $19.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.05 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Medical Transcriptionists salaries?

    The median Medical Transcriptionists salary in Tucson, AZ is 5.5% 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Medical Transcriptionists (10th percentile) earn around $33,910 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,080.