How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Portland?
$47,370a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area. That is $22.77 an hour or $3,948 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.77
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,790Median: $47,370Highest 10%: $72,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,790 | $18.65 | |
| 25th | $42,580 | $20.47 | |
| Median | $47,370 | $22.77 | |
| 75th | $56,250 | $27.04 | |
| 90th | $72,780 | $34.99 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Medford, OR | $37,980 |
Related jobs in Portland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Massage Therapist | $84,730 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $78,640 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $74,690 |
| Dental Assistant | $59,890 |
| Medical Assistant | $56,240 |
| Phlebotomist | $51,680 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $51,000 |
| Nursing Assistant | $50,350 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $48,670 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Portland?
The median hourly pay in the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro area is $22.77 ($47,370 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Portland than the national average?
Yes: $47,370 against $40,410 nationally, 17% more.
How does Portland compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $46,280, so Portland pays 2% more.
Where does Portland rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
28 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Portland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $72,780 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.