How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Iowa?
$45,010a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in Iowa. That is $21.64 an hour or $3,751 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.64
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $25,600Median: $45,010Highest 10%: $52,660
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $25,600 | $12.31 | |
| 25th | $39,350 | $18.92 | |
| Median | $45,010 | $21.64 | |
| 75th | $48,040 | $23.10 | |
| 90th | $52,660 | $25.32 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $46,870 |
| Davenport, IA | $41,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical transcriptionists.
| 10. Illinois | $45,490 |
| 11. District of Columbia | $45,110 |
| 12. California | $45,050 |
| 13. Iowa | $45,010 |
| 14. Tennessee | $44,720 |
| 15. North Dakota | $44,660 |
| 16. Hawaii | $44,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $21.64 ($45,010 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $45,010 against $40,410 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Iowa rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
Iowa ranks 13 of 50 states.
Which city in Iowa pays medical transcriptionists the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $46,870 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.