How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Pennsylvania?
$41,510a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in Pennsylvania. That is $19.96 an hour or $3,459 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.96
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,070Median: $41,510Highest 10%: $52,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,070 | $15.42 | |
| 25th | $32,070 | $15.42 | |
| Median | $41,510 | $19.96 | |
| 75th | $47,870 | $23.01 | |
| 90th | $52,510 | $25.25 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Pittsburgh, PA | $47,530 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $46,960 |
| Allentown, PA | $45,790 |
| Scranton, PA | $44,730 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $38,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical transcriptionists.
| 18. Colorado | $43,080 |
| 19. Texas | $42,900 |
| 20. Florida | $42,050 |
| 21. Pennsylvania | $41,510 |
| 22. Indiana | $41,400 |
| 23. Montana | $41,340 |
| 24. Maryland | $39,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $19.96 ($41,510 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $41,510 against $40,410 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 21 of 50 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays medical transcriptionists the most?
Pittsburgh, PA, with a median of $47,530 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.