How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Atlanta?
$28,330a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area. That is $13.62 an hour or $2,361 a month.
- Hourly
- $13.62
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among cities
- 161 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $24,530Median: $28,330Highest 10%: $58,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $24,530 | $11.79 | |
| 25th | $24,530 | $11.79 | |
| Median | $28,330 | $13.62 | |
| 75th | $43,680 | $21.00 | |
| 90th | $58,710 | $28.23 |
Other cities in Georgia
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Chattanooga, TN | $47,680 |
| Augusta, GA | $38,590 |
Related jobs in Atlanta
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,180 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,730 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $49,430 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,370 |
| Massage Therapist | $48,610 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,210 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,060 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,350 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Atlanta?
The median hourly pay in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA metro area is $13.62 ($28,330 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Atlanta than the national average?
No: $28,330 against $40,410 nationally, 30% less.
How does Atlanta compare with the rest of Georgia?
The median in Georgia is $28,330, so Atlanta pays 0% more.
Where does Atlanta rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
161 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Atlanta?
The lowest-paid 10% make $24,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,710 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.