How much does a medical records specialist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for medical records specialists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $28.27 an hour or $4,901 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.27
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 374
- Jobs in the area
- 2,370
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,960 | $20.65 | |
| 25th | $48,970 | $23.54 | |
| Median | $58,810 | $28.27 | |
| 75th | $75,140 | $36.13 | |
| 90th | $92,540 | $44.49 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for medical records specialists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $443,000 |
| Anesthesiologist | $397,200 |
| Dermatologist | $330,000 |
| Cardiologist | $253,600 |
| Orthodontist | $248,100 |
| Psychiatrist | $247,000 |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200 |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | $239,200 |
| Physician | $237,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical records specialist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $28.27 ($58,810 a year).
Do medical records specialists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $58,810 against $51,140 nationally, 15% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $72,040, so Washington pays 18% less.
Where does Washington rank for medical records specialist pay?
61 of 374 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical records specialist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $92,540 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.