How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Illinois?
$45,490a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in Illinois. That is $21.87 an hour or $3,791 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.87
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,760Median: $45,490Highest 10%: $55,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,760 | $15.27 | |
| 25th | $36,070 | $17.34 | |
| Median | $45,490 | $21.87 | |
| 75th | $50,840 | $24.44 | |
| 90th | $55,070 | $26.48 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Peoria, IL | $48,160 |
| St. Louis, MO | $42,000 |
| Davenport, IA | $41,400 |
| Chicago, IL | $38,700 |
| Springfield, IL | $36,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical transcriptionists.
| 7. Oregon | $46,280 |
| 8. South Dakota | $46,070 |
| 9. Nebraska | $45,880 |
| 10. Illinois | $45,490 |
| 11. District of Columbia | $45,110 |
| 12. California | $45,050 |
| 13. Iowa | $45,010 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $21.87 ($45,490 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $45,490 against $40,410 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Illinois rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
Illinois ranks 10 of 50 states.
Which city in Illinois pays medical transcriptionists the most?
Peoria, IL, with a median of $48,160 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.