How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Milwaukee?
$49,780a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area. That is $23.93 an hour or $4,148 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.93
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,560Median: $49,780Highest 10%: $58,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,560 | $19.50 | |
| 25th | $46,530 | $22.37 | |
| Median | $49,780 | $23.93 | |
| 75th | $52,220 | $25.11 | |
| 90th | $58,720 | $28.23 |
Other cities in Wisconsin
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Madison, WI | $50,310 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $48,960 |
| Wausau, WI | $45,810 |
Related jobs in Milwaukee
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,630 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $62,440 |
| Massage Therapist | $56,350 |
| Medical Assistant | $49,590 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $47,800 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,140 |
| Phlebotomist | $47,000 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,310 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,690 |
| Orderly | $42,840 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Milwaukee?
The median hourly pay in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI metro area is $23.93 ($49,780 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Milwaukee than the national average?
Yes: $49,780 against $40,410 nationally, 23% more.
How does Milwaukee compare with the rest of Wisconsin?
The median in Wisconsin is $49,150, so Milwaukee pays 1% more.
Where does Milwaukee rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
11 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Milwaukee?
The lowest-paid 10% make $40,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $58,720 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.