How much does a medical transcriptionist make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $18.53 an hour or $3,212 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.53
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among cities
- 96 of 165
- Jobs in the area
- 620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,580 | $15.66 | |
| 25th | $33,990 | $16.34 | |
| Median | $38,540 | $18.53 | |
| 75th | $42,550 | $20.46 | |
| 90th | $47,370 | $22.77 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for medical transcriptionists.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Medical Equipment Preparer | $50,600 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical transcriptionist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $18.53 ($38,540 a year).
Do medical transcriptionists make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $38,540 against $40,410 nationally, 5% less.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $45,110, so Washington pays 15% less.
Where does Washington rank for medical transcriptionist pay?
96 of 165 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical transcriptionist make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,580 or less a year; the top 10% make $47,370 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.