Medical Transcriptionists Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for medical transcriptionists in the United States was $19.43, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $13.58 |
| 25th | $16.42 |
| Median | $19.43 |
| 75th | $23.08 |
| 90th | $26.90 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do medical transcriptionists make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $19.43; the mean hourly wage is $20.05.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for medical transcriptionists?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.58 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for medical transcriptionists?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $26.90 per hour.