How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Cleveland?
$29,960a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $14.40 an hour or $2,497 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.40
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among cities
- 156 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,960Median: $29,960Highest 10%: $49,870
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,960 | $14.40 | |
| 25th | $29,960 | $14.40 | |
| Median | $29,960 | $14.40 | |
| 75th | $40,130 | $19.29 | |
| 90th | $49,870 | $23.98 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Cincinnati, OH | $46,560 |
| Columbus, OH | $38,870 |
| Toledo, OH | $34,110 |
| Akron, OH | $29,480 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $64,800 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,700 |
| Massage Therapist | $54,770 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,120 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,800 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,300 |
| Medical Assistant | $43,830 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,750 |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,010 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $38,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $14.40 ($29,960 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $29,960 against $40,410 nationally, 26% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $37,060, so Cleveland pays 19% less.
Where does Cleveland rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
156 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $29,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $49,870 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.