How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Denver?
$41,020a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $19.72 an hour or $3,418 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.72
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 74 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,010Median: $41,020Highest 10%: $59,160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,010 | $15.39 | |
| 25th | $32,010 | $15.39 | |
| Median | $41,020 | $19.72 | |
| 75th | $57,890 | $27.83 | |
| 90th | $59,160 | $28.44 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Fort Collins, CO | $43,360 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $42,660 |
| Boulder, CO | $41,300 |
Related jobs in Denver
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $76,980 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,320 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,490 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,700 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,490 |
| Nursing Assistant | $49,110 |
| Phlebotomist | $48,070 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $47,730 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $47,490 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $45,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $19.72 ($41,020 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $41,020 against $40,410 nationally, 2% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $43,080, so Denver pays 5% less.
Where does Denver rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
74 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,160 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.