How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Madison?
$50,310a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Madison, WI metro area. That is $24.19 an hour or $4,193 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.19
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,730Median: $50,310Highest 10%: $59,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,730 | $19.58 | |
| 25th | $48,460 | $23.30 | |
| Median | $50,310 | $24.19 | |
| 75th | $57,040 | $27.42 | |
| 90th | $59,940 | $28.82 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Milwaukee, WI | $49,780 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $48,960 |
| Wausau, WI | $45,810 |
Related jobs in Madison
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $63,380 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $54,870 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $50,120 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,930 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $49,600 |
| Massage Therapist | $49,080 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,750 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,740 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,260 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $42,350 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Madison?
The median hourly pay in the Madison, WI metro area is $24.19 ($50,310 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Madison than the national average?
Yes: $50,310 against $40,410 nationally, 24% more.
How does Madison compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $49,150, so Madison pays 2% more.
Where does Madison rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
9 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Madison?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,730 or less a year; the top 10% make $59,940 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.