How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Baltimore?
$44,230a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area. That is $21.26 an hour or $3,686 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.26
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 55 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,980Median: $44,230Highest 10%: $61,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,980 | $15.38 | |
| 25th | $39,520 | $19.00 | |
| Median | $44,230 | $21.26 | |
| 75th | $57,700 | $27.74 | |
| 90th | $61,740 | $29.68 |
Other cities in Maryland
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Washington, DC | $38,540 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $38,220 |
Related jobs in Baltimore
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $82,620 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $79,250 |
| Massage Therapist | $63,820 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $51,440 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $48,510 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,410 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,790 |
| Phlebotomist | $44,450 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $44,110 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Baltimore?
The median hourly pay in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro area is $21.26 ($44,230 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Baltimore than the national average?
Yes: $44,230 against $40,410 nationally, 9% more.
How does Baltimore compare with the rest of Maryland?
The median in Maryland is $39,900, so Baltimore pays 11% more.
Where does Baltimore rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
55 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Baltimore?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,740 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.