How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Omaha?
$46,870a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area. That is $22.53 an hour or $3,906 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.53
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,370Median: $46,870Highest 10%: $52,430
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,370 | $17.49 | |
| 25th | $40,690 | $19.56 | |
| Median | $46,870 | $22.53 | |
| 75th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| 90th | $52,430 | $25.21 |
Other cities in Nebraska
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Omaha
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $65,930 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $63,470 |
| Massage Therapist | $51,950 |
| Dental Assistant | $48,020 |
| Medical Assistant | $48,010 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $44,450 |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,020 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $39,950 |
| Phlebotomist | $39,540 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $39,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Omaha?
The median hourly pay in the Omaha, NE-IA metro area is $22.53 ($46,870 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Omaha than the national average?
Yes: $46,870 against $40,410 nationally, 16% more.
How does Omaha compare with the rest of Nebraska?
The median in Nebraska is $45,880, so Omaha pays 2% more.
Where does Omaha rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
33 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Omaha?
The lowest-paid 10% make $36,370 or less a year; the top 10% make $52,430 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.