How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Tucson?
$38,760a year
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Tucson, AZ metro area. That is $18.63 an hour or $3,230 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.63
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among cities
- 89 of 165
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,910Median: $38,760Highest 10%: $50,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,910 | $17.26 | |
| 25th | $37,430 | $18.00 | |
| Median | $38,760 | $18.63 | |
| 75th | $49,160 | $23.63 | |
| 90th | $50,030 | $24.05 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| Phoenix, AZ | $36,360 |
Related jobs in Tucson
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $71,480 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $65,220 |
| Massage Therapist | $58,610 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $53,100 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,510 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,200 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $44,610 |
| Medical Assistant | $44,380 |
| Nursing Assistant | $42,560 |
| Pharmacy Aide | $39,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Tucson?
The median hourly pay in the Tucson, AZ metro area is $18.63 ($38,760 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Tucson than the national average?
No: $38,760 against $40,410 nationally, 4% less.
How does Tucson compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $36,550, so Tucson pays 6% more.
Where does Tucson rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
89 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Tucson?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,910 or less a year; the top 10% make $50,030 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.