How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Alabama?
$35,340a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in Alabama. That is $16.99 an hour or $2,945 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.99
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $26,820Median: $35,340Highest 10%: $51,250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $26,820 | $12.89 | |
| 25th | $30,560 | $14.69 | |
| Median | $35,340 | $16.99 | |
| 75th | $42,270 | $20.32 | |
| 90th | $51,250 | $24.64 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Huntsville, AL | $43,040 |
| Dothan, AL | $39,130 |
| Birmingham, AL | $35,340 |
| Mobile, AL | $32,740 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical transcriptionists.
| 39. Massachusetts | $36,910 |
| 40. Arizona | $36,550 |
| 41. Kansas | $35,390 |
| 42. Alabama | $35,340 |
| 43. Virginia | $35,130 |
| 44. Arkansas | $35,100 |
| 45. Rhode Island | $34,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $16.99 ($35,340 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $35,340 against $40,410 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Alabama rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
Alabama ranks 42 of 50 states.
Which city in Alabama pays medical transcriptionists the most?
Huntsville, AL, with a median of $43,040 a year.
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.